Gurugram: Making Model Gurugram (MMG), under the aegis of Rurban Initiatives, has submitted a comprehensive proposal to the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) to reform the city’s sanitation, waste collection, and monitoring mechanisms. The framework, titled “A Submission on Waste Management,” outlines actionable strategies to address four major urban challenges construction debris, road dust, horticulture waste, and garbage burning.
Construction Waste Tops the List of Concerns
According to the report, Gurugram generates more than 2,000 tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) waste daily, far exceeding the 1,500-tonne capacity of the Basai processing plant. MMG has proposed setting up 30–35 demarcated dumping points across the city and ensuring direct waste collection under MCG’s supervision through authorised vendors.
The proposal also recommends linking C&D waste clearance certificates to building occupancy approvals and imposing penalties for illegal dumping. A digital tracking system has been suggested to register every construction site, monitor waste movement in real time, and automatically generate challans for violations.
Tackling Road Dust and Poor Maintenance
The framework identifies road dust and poor maintenance as key contributors to Gurugram’s air pollution. MMG suggests mechanised sweeping, structured sanitation schedules, and public disclosure of contractor details to enhance transparency. Quarterly performance reviews based on feedback from Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs) have also been proposed to ensure accountability.
“There is a need for clear accountability and visible cleanliness on the ground. Cleaning schedules, manpower allocation, and complaint redressal mechanisms must all be transparent,” said Gauri Sarin, founder of Making Model Gurugram (MMG), who led the drafting of the proposal.
Green Waste Management and Composting
To address the growing problem of horticulture and green waste, MMG has recommended decentralised composting units, leaf bins every 200 metres, and the inclusion of green waste collection in sanitation contracts. The proposal also calls for strict enforcement against garbage burning through police involvement, CCTV surveillance, and penalties for offenders.
Citizen Participation at the Core
RWAs across the city have welcomed the proposal, emphasising the importance of citizen involvement. “For years, Gurugram’s sanitation system has been reactive instead of preventive. A structured, tech-enabled model like this can finally bring long-term accountability,” said K.L. Sharma, general secretary of the Sector 21 RWA and member of the Citizens Environment Action Steering Committee.
MCG Reviewing Recommendations
A senior MCG official confirmed that the corporation is reviewing the proposal. “We are studying the recommendations submitted by Making Model Gurugram and will integrate feasible measures into our ongoing waste management reforms. Our focus is on creating a structured, transparent, and technology-driven system that ensures accountability at every level while making Gurugram cleaner and more sustainable,” the official said.
If adopted, the proposal could set a benchmark for urban waste management, positioning Gurugram as a model for sustainable and citizen-driven city governance.