The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is preparing to privatize garbage collection in Tondiarpet and Anna Nagar zones, following the success of similar initiatives in Royapuram and Thiru Vi Ka Nagar. The decision comes amidst complaints from residents about the current state of garbage collection in Tondiarpet, including issues with attendance, segregation, and timely collection. This move will bring the total number of privatized zones in Chennai to 14 out of 15.
Chennai’s Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has deployed 15 vacuum-operated garbage suction vehicles in five zones to enhance street cleaning efforts. The vehicles utilize a flexible pipe to collect waste from hard-to-reach areas, improving sanitation and worker safety. While praised for their effectiveness, some suggest incorporating sweeping and suction features for greater efficiency.
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is shifting its conservancy operations to midnight in a bid to streamline garbage clearance and minimize disruptions to the public. This move, initially piloted on 400 bus-route roads and highways, has yielded positive results with reduced traffic and easier movement of machinery. The GCC will continue morning sweeping for interior roads but will consider midnight drives for busy roads on a case-by-case basis. This initiative reflects the city’s commitment to efficient waste management and addresses the challenges posed by heavy traffic during daytime operations.
The Regina Downtown Clean Team continues to work diligently to maintain a clean and welcoming environment in the downtown area. Their efforts involve removing graffiti, picking up garbage, and addressing other cleanliness issues. The team’s cleaning crew walks around downtown five days a week, removing litter and debris. Last month, they collected 845 pounds of litter and removed 45 tags of graffiti. The team’s ultimate goal is to have the cleanest downtown in Canada.
