Hyderabad: Residents of Bhagath Singh Nagar Phase-1 in KPHB submitted a GHMC sanitation complaint, citing persistent garbage mismanagement, poor cleaning, and non-lifting of tree trimming waste in the locality.
In a written representation addressed to the Municipal Commissioner, Mayor, and Health and Sanitary Officer of GHMC, residents said sanitation conditions in the colony had deteriorated despite door-to-door garbage collection by Swachh Auto vehicles.
They pointed to a severe shortage of sanitation staff, which led to irregular and incomplete cleaning. Residents also flagged the lack of essential equipment such as trolleys, rickshaws, dumpers, tractors, and chipping machines required for effective waste removal.
According to the complaint, sanitation workers often swept leaves and waste but left garbage piled on roads for long periods. Residents said irregular lifting caused foul smell and unhygienic surroundings across the colony.
They further alleged that sanitation staff expressed helplessness due to excessive workload and non-availability of vehicles. The residents claimed there was no effective supervision or accountability from the concerned SGFA authorities.
GHMC sanitation complaint flags tree trimming waste issue
The GHMC sanitation complaint also highlighted the non-lifting of green waste generated during tree trimming by the Electricity Department. Residents said cut branches and plant waste remained unattended for long durations.
As a result, green waste was dumped in nearby vacant plots, which gradually turned into informal dumping yards. Residents said this encouraged indiscriminate disposal of household garbage at the same locations.
The dumping spots, according to the complaint, have become foul-smelling zones and mosquito breeding points. Residents warned that the situation posed serious health hazards and triggered frequent disputes among locals due to continued inaction.
The representation said poor coordination between departments had worsened the problem. Residents urged GHMC to intervene before the situation escalated further.
In their appeal, residents sought a surprise inspection of the colony and an immediate special drive to remove accumulated garbage and green waste. They also requested adequate deployment of sanitation staff and provision of vehicles and equipment.
The complaint, signed by Rotary Club of Greater Hyderabad Director for Community Service Rtn. M. Vijaya Bhaskar, also called for strict instructions to the Electricity Department and a monitoring mechanism to prevent recurrence.
