Dimapur, September 30 (MExN): The Office of the Councillor, Ward 9, Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC), has warned of strict action against indiscriminate dumping of garbage and animal waste in public spaces, following an incident involving the dumping of dead pig carcasses outside Dimapur Club.
In a press communiqué issued on September 30, Ward 9 Councillor Lanutoshi Steven Yaden condemned the incident, stating that dumping dead animals and other waste in public places poses concerns related to public health, sanitation and environmental hygiene.
The councillor warned that dumping of garbage, animal waste, carcasses, plastic, household refuse and other waste in and around Dimapur Club and other public spaces in Ward 9 would not be tolerated.
Those found violating sanitation rules will be liable to fines and other appropriate action under applicable municipal laws and regulations. Cases may also be brought to the attention of the concerned authorities for further legal action, where necessary.
The councillor appealed to residents, shopkeepers, business establishments, institutions and other users of public spaces to ensure proper disposal of waste and cooperate with the prescribed garbage collection and disposal system.
Colony councils, residents, business establishments and citizens have also been urged to report incidents of illegal dumping to the Ward Councillor’s Office or the nearest police station, wherever appropriate.
Yaden said maintaining a clean Ward 9 requires cooperation and civic responsibility from residents alongside efforts by the municipal authorities.
