Pune Residents Grapple with Garbage Burning along NH-48 Highway
Residents of Pune are experiencing thick white smoke due to the burning of garbage along the NH-48 (Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway), which has been causing significant health concerns and traffic disruptions.
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An activist pointed out that this practice violates the solid waste management rules of the civic body. Raja Subramani, an activist, emphasized that the garbage burning is a result of the failure to collect waste at the source. He mentioned,
Frequently Asked Questions
What is causing the thick white smoke in Pune?
The thick white smoke is a result of burning garbage along the NH-48 (Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway).
Who is responsible for the garbage burning?
Small grocery outlets, scrap vendors, and sweepers assigned to remove roadside trash are responsible for the garbage burning.
What actions has the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) taken?
The PMC has deployed a team to clear the garbage spot and stated that burning garbage is illegal. They have taken strict action against violators.
How does this affect the residents of Pune?
Residential areas, especially those with small children and elderly citizens, are facing health issues due to the toxic smoke. Daily activities and air quality are severely impacted.
What can residents do to address this issue?
Residents can file complaints with the PMC, raise awareness in their communities, and report any instances of garbage burning to the authorities.
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