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Delhi Govt Approves Rs 500 Crore to MCD for Dust Control and Sanitation

The Delhi government has approved a one-time financial assistance of Rs 500 crore for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to combat dust pollution and strengthen sanitation. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated the funds will be used for sanitation works, clearing contractor dues, and minor road repairs like pothole filling to reduce dust generation. The government also plans to provide regular annual assistance of Rs 300 crore to the MCD in future years for long-term infrastructure strengthening. The decision was made during a high-level review meeting attended by key ministers and civic officials.

Key Points: Delhi Govt Releases Rs 500 Crore to MCD for Dust Mitigation

  • One-time Rs 500 crore aid for dust control
  • Funds for sanitation and road repairs
  • Annual Rs 300 crore assistance planned
  • Aims to clear waste management dues
  • Targets source reduction of dust pollution
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Delhi govt releases Rs 500 crore to MCD for dust mitigation

Delhi government approves Rs 500 crore for MCD to curb dust pollution, improve sanitation, and repair roads. Includes annual Rs 300 crore aid.

"The assistance has been released to strengthen the city's sanitation system and effectively curb dust-related pollution - Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, Jan 30

In a major initiative aimed at making Delhi a clean, hygienic and dust pollution-free capital, the Delhi government has approved a one-time financial assistance of Rs 500 crore to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, an official said on Friday.

The assistance has been released to strengthen the city's sanitation system and effectively curb dust-related pollution, said Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.

She said that the funds will be utilised for sanitation works and minor road repairs, including pothole filling and patch repairs, to reduce dust generation across the city.

The Chief Minister further announced that, in order to ensure long-term strengthening of the sanitation infrastructure, the Delhi government will continue to provide regular annual financial assistance of Rs 300 crore to the Municipal Corporation in the coming years.

A high-level review meeting was held at the Delhi Secretariat on Friday under the chairpersonship of the Chief Minister. The meeting was attended by Cabinet Minister Ashish Sood, Mayor of Delhi Sardar Raja Iqbal Singh, Chairperson of the Standing Committee Satya Sharma, Leader of the House Pravesh Wahi, Chief Secretary Rajiv Verma, Municipal Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar, along with senior officers of the Delhi Government and the Municipal Corporation.

After the meeting, the Chief Minister said that a portion of the Rs 500 crore assistance will be used to clear long-pending dues of agencies engaged in waste management, enabling uninterrupted and efficient sanitation services.

Another portion will be utilised to meet the recurring deficit in garbage collection and transportation, while funds will also be used to remove accumulated waste from areas where contractors are currently not operational, she said.

The amount will additionally be spent on minor road repairs and dust-control measures, including filling of potholes and small patch repairs, to address dust pollution at its source.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As a resident of South Delhi, I've seen garbage pile up for weeks. Clearing pending dues to waste management agencies is crucial. No worker will do their job properly if they haven't been paid. This should have been done months ago.
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Arjun K
Rs 500 crore is a huge amount. While the intent is good, there must be strict auditing and transparency. We've seen funds disappear before without visible change on the ground. The MCD needs to be held accountable for every rupee spent.
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Priya S
Good step! The annual Rs 300 crore assistance promise is important for sustainability. Dust from broken roads is a major issue, especially for children and the elderly. Hope they focus on colonies beyond the main roads too.
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Michael C
A high-level meeting with all officials is a positive sign of coordination. Often, the Delhi government and MCD work at cross-purposes. If they can actually work together, there might be a chance to see cleaner streets before next winter's smog.
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Kavya N
I appreciate the focus on source correction—fixing roads to reduce dust. But what about construction sites and open areas? They are the biggest contributors. The plan seems incomplete without strong enforcement on private builders and projects.

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