NDMC certifies Golf Link as the ninth 'Anupam Colony' for zero waste
New Delhi, June 25
New Delhi Municipal Council Chairperson Keshav Chandra on Thursday certified Golf Links as an "Anupam Colony" by unveiling the plaque in the colony, recognising it as a model residential community for exemplary waste management and sustainability practices.
Speaking after unveiling the Certification plaque conferring the status of "Anupam Colony" on Golf Links Colony, Chandra said, "NDMC takes immense pride in recognising Golf Links Colony as the ninth 'Anupam Colony' under our Waste Management and Sustainability Initiative."
"This achievement reflects the collective commitment of residents towards environmental responsibility and sustainable living," he said.
"The colony has set a remarkable example by effectively practising source segregation of waste, ensuring that recyclable materials are channelised to appropriate recycling facilities while wet waste is converted into compost and reused for horticultural purposes within the Golf Link colony itself," said Chandra.
He stated that the dedicated efforts of the Golf Link residents have created a model of community-led waste management that can inspire and guide other neighbourhoods across the city.
Chandra said such initiatives not only contribute to cleaner surroundings but also strengthen our vision of building environmentally conscious and self-sustaining communities.
He also commended the invaluable contribution of the partner voluntary organisations/NGOs and community groups whose continuous support and active participation have played a significant role in achieving this milestone.
The "Anupam Colony" initiative is a flagship component of NDMC's broader sustainability agenda aimed at transforming residential neighbourhoods into self-sustaining, environmentally conscious communities. The certification recognizes colonies that not only adopt scientific waste management practices but also foster a culture of environmental responsibility among residents.
With the inclusion of Golf Link, NDMC has now certified Nine residential areas as Anupam Colonies, namely viz Chanakyapuri (D-1, D-2 and Satya Sadan Officers' Flats) in June 2025, Bharti Nagar in July 2025, Aradhana (Burmah Shell Cooperative Housing Society Ltd.) in 2025, Bapu Dham in September 2025, New Moti Bagh in October 2025, Kaka Nagar in February 2026, Jor Bagh in May2026, Sangli Aprtments in June , 2026 and now certified another in June 2026 Golf Link.
NDMC continues to encourage Resident Welfare Associations and citizens to actively participate in sustainable waste management initiatives and contribute towards realizing the vision of a Swachh, Green and Sustainable Capital City.
— IANS
Reader Comments
This is impressive! But I wonder why only the affluent colonies like Golf Links, Chanakyapuri, and Jor Bagh get certified? What about the middle-class and lower-income areas? They need support and incentives too, not just recognition for the elite.
Well done! Delhi needs more such colonies. I live in a cooperative society and we struggle with waste segregation. Can NDMC share the SOP or best practices that Golf Links followed? We need a blueprint, not just a certificate. Practical guidance would help us emulate this model.
I'm glad to see initiatives like this, but I wish NDMC would focus more on regular garbage collection in other parts of New Delhi. In my area, the garbage truck comes once a week and leaves a mess. Recognition is nice, but basic services need improvement first.
Kudos to the residents and NDMC! This is exactly the kind of community-driven change we need. Converting wet waste to compost for horticulture is smart. I'd love to see more data on the metrics—how much waste is diverted from landfills, and what's the reduction in carbon footprint? Numbers would inspire others.
Nice to see recognition, but honestly, the "Anupam Colony" certificates feel like a publicity stunt. Real change requires enforcement of waste segregation rules across all colonies, not just nine elite ones. What's being done about the other 90% of NDMC's area? Let's scale this up.
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