UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Ananth Dwivedi, today chaired a review meeting to assess the implementation of the solid waste management rules, 2026, across urban and rural areas of the district.
The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Jugal Kishore, Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh, Assistant Commissioner Development Om Parkash, ACP, Dr Ashwani Hansa and other concerned officers.
During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on various aspects of solid waste management, including mandatory segregation of waste at source, scientific collection and disposal, prevention of open dumping, accountability of bulk waste generators, user charges and enforcement mechanisms.
The DC stressed the need to ensure four-way segregation of waste at source and directed the ADDC to closely monitor its implementation on the ground. He directed the CEO Municipal Council to launch a mass awareness campaign across Udhampur town to sensitise the public about proper waste management practices, with special emphasis on four-way segregation and door-to-door waste collection.
The Assistant Commissioner Panchayats (ACP) was directed to expedite distribution of Information, Education and Communication material in rural areas, while BDOs were instructed to closely monitor compliance and strengthen awareness at the grassroots level.
The DC further directed all concerned departments to intensify Information, Education and Communication activities to educate the public about proper waste segregation, responsible disposal practices and adherence to the prescribed norms.
