- The Mayor of the Municipal Corporation in Patiala has demanded accountability regarding various development works.
- The Patiala Municipal Corporation is struggling to curb building violations, leading the Mayor to propose a new inspection committee.
Municipal Corporation adopts stricter waste management bylaws and new fees
What happened
The Municipal Corporation formally adopted the Punjab Solid Waste Management and Cleanliness & Sanitation Bylaws- 2026, which supersedes the 2022 amendment bylaws. The new framework mandates four-way source waste segregation for all generators, and the Punjab Municipal Infrastructure Development Company supported this decision. The bylaws also prescribe obligations for bulk waste generators, including compulsory registration and adherence to environmental disposal norms.
From tribuneindia.com
Why it matters
The adoption of the new bylaws enforces stricter waste disposal standards across the city. Furthermore, the Municipal Corporation approved a revised monthly charge structure for door-to-door garbage collection across various non-residential and institutional categories.
The Patiala Municipal Corporation is struggling to curb building violations, and the Mayor has demanded accountability regarding various development works.
From tribuneindia.com