Garbage dump turned into free water distribution centre in Nellore

Nellore Municipal Corporation sets up free water distribution center to prevent roadside garbage dumping, promoting cleanliness and hygiene.

In an attempt to prevent the dumping of garbage on the roadside, the Nellore Municipal Corporation (NMC) has set up a chalivendram — free water distribution centre — near Fruit Market at Chinna Bazaar, where locals used to dump waste frequently, here on Saturday.

Under the supervision of NMC Commissioner Vikas Marmath, local sanitation secretaries Ashok and Jilani implemented the setting up of a freshwater distribution point for the people and local shopkeepers during the summer.

Nellore District Medical and Health Officer Venkata Ramana said that certain people have been carelessly throwing waste in public spaces and not handing it over to the garbage-picking vans. “This newly installed fresh water distribution point is a permanent solution to the problem of unhygienic environment in the area,” he said.

He further lauded the efforts of the secretaries for providing an innovative solution to the unresolved issue and urged locals to stop littering. According to NMC officials, the corporation would look into setting up similar arrangements in waste dumping places post counting of votes.