Mohali :
Civic conditions in Mohali continue to deteriorate as poor sweeping and sanitation services, compounded by recent storm-related damage, have created serious challenges for residents across the city.
Even days after the storm, several fallen trees and broken branches remain unattended along roadsides, posing safety risks and causing inconvenience to commuters and pedestrians alike. Residents have expressed concern over the slow pace of clearance work and lack of timely response from the authorities.
Across various phases, sectors, and localities, heaps of dry leaves and debris can be seen scattered on streets, pavements, and public spaces. More alarmingly, many roadside drains and road gullies are choked with accumulated leaves and waste, obstructing the natural flow of water. This has triggered fears that even light rainfall could result in waterlogging in several low-lying areas.
Raising the issue, Mohali resident Atul Sharma alleged that irregular sweeping and delayed garbage collection have further worsened the situation, making several parts of the city unhygienic. He pointed out that the accumulation of waste and stagnant debris is not only causing foul smell but also creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes, increasing the risk of diseases.
Despite repeated complaints by residents, the response from the concerned departments has reportedly been slow and inadequate. “Basic cleaning after storms should be immediate, but the ground reality reflects negligence,” said Atul Sharma
In a communication addressed to the Municipal Corporation Commissioner, Atul Sharma has urged authorities to take urgent corrective measures, including the removal of fallen trees, clearance of blocked drains, and restoration of regular sweeping services. He also stressed the need for fixing accountability of officials responsible for sanitation management.
He further warned that if immediate action is not taken, residents may be compelled to organize protests to draw attention to their grievances.
Mohali : Social worker Arvinder Kaur has proposed a community-driven approach to improve the city’s sanitation system. She suggested that teams of residents should be formed from the general public to monitor and verify the work being carried out by the sanitation staff of the Municipal Corporation Mohali.
According to her, these citizen teams can play a key role in ensuring that cleaning work is conducted properly and on a regular basis. Such an initiative would bring greater transparency and also fix accountability of the sanitation staff and officials.
She further emphasized that the Municipal Commissioner and other concerned officials should coordinate with these resident teams so that issues at the ground level can be identified and resolved promptly.
Residents believe that if implemented effectively, this step could significantly improve the sanitation standards across Mohali.
Arvinder Kaur
