KHATIMA NEWS
Rishikesh
Villagers protesting a waste-disposal plant in Rishikesh say a persistent foul odour has made nearby living conditions unbearable and prompted some tenants to leave rented homes. After demonstrators were booked, they accused elected representatives and the administration of ignoring their concerns and using police action instead of seeking a solution.
Others
A by Kumaon Jagran has criticised the state of waste management in Uttarakhand, contrasting public references to the region as “Devbhoomi” with the need for practical efforts to protect its sanctity. raises a broad civic concern but provides no specific location, waste figures or details of an official response.
Nainital
A covered garbage truck travelling towards the dumping zone in Haldwani has been reported shedding waste along the route from Nainital. Locals say they regularly see similar spills in the town and on the highway, raising concerns about how waste is transported through the hill region.
Roorkee
The Piran Kaliyar Nagar Panchayat has accelerated plans to clear long-accumulated legacy waste by setting up a plant under Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0. A fresh e-tender has been issued, with bids scheduled to be opened on 3 November after firms submit tender forms and technical documents within the announced deadlines.
Almora
Chilianaula municipality in Ranikhet, Almora, has begun producing comfrom wet waste through 2 pilot coms. The project aims to process about 1300 kilograms of waste each day, support cleaner waste management, supply parks with comand potentially create additional municipal income through future sales.
Rudrapur
Stray animals increasingly crowd busy routes in Rudrapur area, prompting drivers to slow, detour and sometimes remove animals from roads. Officials warn that local oversight must go beyond removing animals, and stress better waste management and monitoring of sensitive zones.
Champawat
Patti Nagar Panchayat in Champawat will deploy aplastic compactor to manage waste, enabling separate collection of wet and dry waste. The project, funded from urban development directorate accounts, includes segregation boxes on garbage vehicles and a GPS system to monitor routes and timings, aiming for transparent and efficient waste handling.
