Zonal Commissioner Out on Night Patrol in Ludhiana: Fined People Dumping Garbage, Made Them Pick It Up; Said, ‘Forgive Me, Sir, Don’t Recommend.’
Garbage dumpers are being targeted by the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation. Teams from the Municipal Corporation patrol at night. Jasdev Singh Sekhon, the Zonal Commissioner, personally conducted night patrols last night and fined those who dumped trash on the highways in several parts of the city, such as Model Gramme and Jawahar Nagar Camp.
In addition to fining anyone who dumped trash on the road, the Zonal Commissioner and his staff also required them to pick it up themselves. A lot of individuals attempted to contact for suggestions on how to waive the fine.
However, Zonal Commissioner Jasdev Singh Sekhon stated unequivocally that no recommendation will be approved in this case.
Fines Up to ₹10,000 for Commercial Vehicles: According to the Zonal Commissioner, individuals who discard household trash outside their homes face fines ranging from ₹500 to ₹1,000. However, a fine of up to ₹10,000 will be applied if a commercial vehicle, like a tempo, is found tossing commercial trash or construction material.
Vehicles May Also Be Confiscated: The Zonal Commissioner issued a warning that anyone who dumps trash in the open would face more severe consequences in the days ahead. If the offenders deposit trash on the roads, their cars may also be seized.
However, Zonal Commissioner Jasdev Singh Sekhon stated unequivocally that no recommendation will be approved in this case.
Fines Up to ₹10,000 for Commercial Vehicles: According to the Zonal Commissioner, individuals who discard household trash outside their homes face fines ranging from ₹500 to ₹1,000. However, a fine of up to ₹10,000 will be applied if a commercial vehicle, like a tempo, is found tossing commercial trash or construction material.
Vehicles May Also Be Confiscated: The Zonal Commissioner issued a warning that anyone who dumps trash in the open would face more severe consequences in the days ahead. If the offenders deposit trash on the roads, their cars may also be seized.
“Forgive me, Sir, don’t recommend (for a fine/FIR),” numerous residents who were caught tossing trash were seen begging the Zonal Commissioner during the patrol. In response, the Zonal Commissioner stated that the regulation would be implemented consistently for everyone and that he would not accept any recommendations.
“I was throwing garbage on the road for the first time”: Throughout the patrol, numerous individuals were observed begging the Zonal Commissioner and his staff, saying, “Sir, please, this is the first time I was throwing garbage on the road.” Please pardon me.
Excuses regarding the Garbage Collector: A lot of people also cited the garbage collector’s early morning arrival, which makes it challenging to turn over the rubbish, or the fact that the collector demands payment to pick up the trash.
“Sir, I have to take the children to school early.” Some even attempted to provide justifications, such as, “Sir, I am in a hurry in the morning; I have to take the children to school and go to work, so I threw the garbage late at night.”
“Commissioner Was Unmoved: However, Zonal Commissioner Jasdev Singh Sekhon stated unequivocally that if the Municipal Corporation’s service is not reaching them, they should either use the static compactor machines that the Municipal Corporation provides in different parts of the city or hire a private garbage collector. He declared that it will never be acceptable to toss trash on the road.
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