Anand Municipal Corporation in Action Mode

Publish Date : 24/02/2025

Since its Formation, 1006 Individuals and Shopkeepers Fined

Total fines collected exceed ₹2.89 lakh
1,813 kg of plastic confiscated
Fine will be imposed for littering in public – Municipal Commissioner Milind Bapna
Appeal to all citizens to contribute to keeping the city clean

Anand, Friday: After Anand was declared a Municipal Corporation by the state government, Milind Bapna was appointed as its first Municipal Commissioner.

Under his guidance, the Anand Municipal Corporation (AMC) has launched a cleanliness drive as part of the Swachh Survekshan initiative. The campaign focuses on banning single-use plastic, proper disposal of solid waste, and imposing fines on littering in public places.

Key Actions Taken (January 3 – February 20, 2025):

183 shopkeepers fined ₹1,36,720 for using single-use plastic.
1,813 kg of plastic (below 120 microns thickness) confiscated.
821 individuals and shopkeepers fined ₹1,52,950 for littering in public.
2 individuals fined ₹150 for open defecation.

Since its formation, AMC has fined a total of 1006 individuals and businesses, collecting ₹2,89,820 in penalties.

Municipal Commissioner Milind Bapna has urged citizens and shopkeepers not to litter in public places and to stop using single-use plastic. He has called upon all residents to support AMC’s efforts in keeping the city clean.

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