MC Chandigarh edncourages wet waste management through Home Composting awareness workshop
The programme was graced by Sh. Pardeep Kumar, IAS, Special Commissioner, as the Chief Guest. Ms. Gurbax Rawat, Area Councillor, and Joint Commissioner Sh. Himanshu Gupta were also present on the occasion.
Chandigarh, February 10:- The MC Chandigarh organized a Workshop on Home Composting on on Tuesday at the Community Centre, Sector 40-A, Chandigarh, with the objective of promoting household-level management of wet waste and encouraging citizens to adopt sustainable and environment-friendly practices for a cleaner and greener city.
The objective of the workshop was to educate residents on managing wet waste at the household level by converting it into compost, thereby reducing the load on garbage collection and landfill sites and promoting environmental sustainability.
The programme was graced by Sh. Pardeep Kumar, IAS, Special Commissioner, as the Chief Guest. Ms. Gurbax Rawat, Area Councillor, and Joint Commissioner Sh. Himanshu Gupta were also present on the occasion.
A large number of citizens from the surrounding areas actively participated in the workshop. Participants engaged in discussions on cleanliness, waste segregation, and practical methods of home composting. Experts demonstrated simple and effective composting techniques, encouraging residents to adopt the practice in their homes.
Addressing the gathering, the Special Commissioner highlighted that citizen participation plays a vital role in achieving the goals of Swachh Survekshan. He urged residents to segregate waste at source and practice home composting for a cleaner and greener Chandigarh.
Ms. Gurbax Rawat appealed to citizens to take collective responsibility for maintaining cleanliness in their neighborhoods and to motivate others to follow sustainable waste management practices.
The workshop concluded with an enthusiastic response from citizens, reaffirming their commitment to cleanliness, environmental protection, and making Chandigarh a model city in solid waste management
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Water Supply at low pressure on 11th to 13th February
Chandigarh, February 10:- Due to urgent repair and replacement of a 1200 mm dia PSC pipeline (Phase-III) with a spiral welded MS pipeline in the reach at Darpan Colony, Railway Line Madauli, there will be a shutdown from 11.02.2026 to 13.02.2026 for 72 hours.
During this shutdown and repair period, there will be no pumping of raw water from Phase-III (Kajauli) to Water Works, Sector-39, Chandigarh. Accordingly, the water supply schedule across Chandigarh will be regulated as per the following:
11.02.2026
Morning Supply: 3:30 AM to 9:00 AM – Water supply at full pressure
Evening Supply: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM – Water supply at low pressure
12.02.2026
Morning Supply: 3:30 AM to 9:00 AM – Wate…
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MC reviews vendors’ issues; meets Market Welfare Association to resolve Sector 22 Market concerns
Chandigarh, February 10:- In a constructive step towards addressing the concerns of traders and street vendors, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh today reviewed issues related to vending in Sector 22 Market through a detailed interaction with key stakeholders.
MC Joint Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Gupta held an extensive meeting with representatives of the Market Welfare Association and street vendors to gain first-hand insight into their genuine concerns and operational challenges. The meeting was also attended by the Enforcement Superintendent, Market Welfare Association President Sh. Parveen Duggal, concerned Inspectors, MC Health Supervisor, and the area Chief Sanitary Inspector to ensure a comprehensive and practical assessment of on-ground issues.
During the interaction, vendors and association members put forth their difficulties and suggestions, which were heard patiently and with due seriousness. Dr. Gupta assured all participants that the genuine issues raised by both the Market Welfare Association and vendors would be addressed in a balanced and fair manner, keeping the interests of all stakeholders in view.
To strengthen vigilance and improve overall market management, it was decided during the meeting that CCTV cameras will be installed in the Sector 22 Market. The step aims to enhance monitoring, ensure better compliance, and maintain a safe and orderly market environment for traders, vendors, and visitors alike.
Emphasising the importance of orderly and regulated vending, the Joint Commissioner advised vendors to operate strictly in accordance with the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) guidelines. He further informed that all matters discussed during the meeting would be placed before the upcoming Town Vending Committee (TVC) meeting for detailed deliberation and final decision.
The interaction reinforced the Municipal Corporation’s commitment to inclusive governance, dialogue-based solutions, and the creation of a harmonious market ecosystem that safeguards livelihoods while ensuring civic discipline.