Hyderabad: Residents of Bhagath Singh Nagar Phase-1 in KPHB have filed a formal complaint with Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) officials, citing ongoing sanitation failures, irregular garbage lifting, and unchecked dumping of green waste.
Although Swachh Auto vehicles collect household waste daily, the colony’s overall cleanliness has worsened. Residents attribute this decline to staff shortages, lack of equipment, and weak supervision. Rtn. M. Vijaya Bhaskar, Director of Community Service at the Rotary Club of Greater Hyderabad, submitted the complaint.
Green waste left unattended turns into dumping grounds
In their letter to the GHMC Commissioner, Mayor, and Health and Sanitary Officer, residents stated that sweeping remains irregular and incomplete. They pointed out the lack of sanitation workers and the unavailability of trolleys, dumpers, tractors, and chipping machines required for waste removal.
“Garbage continues to pile up even after sweeping, due to the absence of a proper mechanized lifting system,” the letter said. Residents explained that sanitation workers feel overwhelmed and cannot perform efficiently due to inadequate resources and minimal supervision.
Additionally, the complaint criticised the Electricity Department for failing to clear trimmed tree branches. Instead of lifting them, staff leave the green waste in vacant plots for long periods. Consequently, these locations have turned into mosquito breeding zones and illegal dumping points. Residents added that the resulting foul smell and health hazards are now sparking regular disputes in the community.
To resolve the issue, residents urged GHMC to conduct a surprise inspection and launch a special cleanup drive. They also called for additional sanitation staff, proper lifting equipment, and a monitoring mechanism to prevent further negligence.