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TGPCB warns against burning of waste in open areas, levies heavy fine
Hyderabad is facing an ongoing issue with the burning of waste in open areas, despite a decade-old ban and a fine of Rs. 5,000 for violation. The Telangana State Pollution Control Board is conducting an awareness campaign highlighting the environmental harm and air pollution caused by this practice. The city also faces a growing garbage disposal crisis, with the Jawahar Nagar dump yard struggling to process 8,000 tonnes of waste daily. To address this, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has proposed four strategically located dump yards on the city outskirts, with Shamshabad and Medak already identified as potential locations. He also emphasized the need for garbage recycling plants as part of a comprehensive waste management solution.10:13 PM Jan 13, 2025 IST