In a major move to curb illegal dumping and improve urban cleanliness, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has announced steep spot fines for those caught disposing of waste at unauthorised locations across the city.
Under the new enforcement measures, individuals found dumping garbage on roadsides, vacant plots, drains, lakes, wetlands and other public spaces will face an on-the-spot penalty of Rs 5,000 for the first offence and Rs 10,000 for repeat violations.
Heavier Penalties for Bulk Waste Generators
Institutions, commercial establishments, agencies and bulk waste generators will face significantly higher fines.
●Rs 25,000 for the first violation
●Rs 50,000 for repeat offences
Officials clarified that penalties will be collected immediately at the site. If violators refuse to pay, the amount will be recovered as arrears of land revenue under applicable laws.
Backed by NGT Order
The action follows directions from the Haryana government and an earlier order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which mandated a complete ban on dumping solid waste in public places across the state, citing environmental and public health risks.
Authorities reiterated that dumping in areas such as roadsides, rivers, waterways, wetlands, nalas, and government lands is strictly prohibited.
Senior Officials Empowered to Enforce Fines
MCG has authorised a wide range of senior civic officials — including additional commissioners, deputy municipal commissioners, engineers and sanitation inspectors — to impose penalties on violators.
Officials said funds collected through fines will be utilised to strengthen solid waste management and processing systems in the city.
FIRs Also on the Table
In a related development, the civic body has also announced plans to register FIRs against individuals and residential societies found guilty of illegal dumping or discharging untreated sewage.
The strict measures come ahead of Swachh Survekshan inspections, as authorities intensify efforts to improve Gurgaon’s cleanliness ranking.
Focus on Zero-Tolerance Policy
Civic authorities urged residents, institutions and commercial establishments to use designated disposal sites and avail door-to-door waste collection services.
Officials emphasised that maintaining public hygiene is a shared responsibility and warned that enforcement will remain strict in the coming weeks.
