Civic body initiates plastic removal from drainages in Guntur
The Guntur Municipal Corporation has launched a cleanup drive to remove plastic waste and debris from the city's drainage network. The initiative follows reports of clogging, with officials urging residents to cooperate in maintaining drainage flow to prevent monsoon-related flooding.
Why it matters
Effective waste management and drainage maintenance are vital for urban sanitation and flood prevention in Indian cities.
Responding to concerns over plastic waste clogging city drains, as highlighted in a report on Sunday by The Hindu , the Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) has stepped up its cleanup drive.
According to the GMC authorities on Monday, the city, which has a drainage network spanning more than 3,130 km, is undergoing cleaning to remove plastic waste, silt, and debris that are blocking water flow. Officials have identified nearly 100 spots where heavy plastic accumulation was reported and clearance is under way in the remaining stretches.
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