NDMC declares Kaka Nagar as its 6th Anupam Colony, pioneering Delhi’s first mechanized, dust-free cleaning system
New Delhi(The Uttam Hindu): In a significant step towards sustainable urban sanitation, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) today declared Kaka Nagar as its sixth Anupam Colony, making it Delhi’s first residential colony to adopt a mechanized and dust-free cleaning system.
The declaration was formally made by NDMC Chairman, Shri Keshav Chandra, who described the initiative as a transformative leap in urban cleanliness and environmental stewardship, marking a decisive shift from traditional manual cleaning to modern mechanized sanitation practices. Under this pioneering model, sweeping operations in Kaka Nagar are now carried out using five (05) push-back mechanical sweepers and one (01) gobbler machine, significantly reducing dust emissions and contributing to improved ambient air quality.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Chandra stated that with this declaration, Kaka Nagar joins five other residential colonies previously designated as Anupam Colonies within the NDMC area. He emphasized the unique distinction of Kaka Nagar, where all cleaning activities are undertaken exclusively through mechanized means, establishing it as a model for environmental friendly cleaning by reducing air pollution.
“This initiative marks the beginning of a new era in colony-level sanitation across the NDMC area,” the Chairman said. He added that the project is currently being implemented as a pilot initiative, and based on its success, the mechanized cleaning model will be expanded to other colonies under NDMC jurisdiction. He further noted that NDMC is actively working towards reducing dependence on traditional broom-based sweeping, reaffirming its commitment to cleaner air and healthier living environments.
Shri Chandra appreciated the proactive support of the Resident Welfare Association (RWA) and acknowledged the dedication and hard work of sanitation workers and field staff responsible for operating and maintaining the systems on the ground.
Providing technical insights, Advisor (SWM), NDMC, Shri Rajiv Kumar Jain, informed that 12 wire-mesh composting rounders have been installed at various locations across the colony to process wet and horticultural waste generated within the premises. The organic compost produced will be utilized for maintaining colony parks and will also be distributed among residents. He further stated that under the initiative “Geela Kuda Lao – Khaad Le Jao”, compost has been distributed to residents over the past seven days, encouraging waste segregation and sustainable practices at the household level.
To further strengthen citizen engagement and participation, an RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Centre and “Neki Ki Diwaar” have been set up in the colony, enabling residents to donate reusable items such as clothes, books, and household goods. This center was inaugurated by members of the RWA. Residents are also encouraged to place recyclable materials in designated bins to facilitate effective recycling.
Earlier, NDMC had conferred the title of “Anupam Colony” on five residential colonies as D-1, D-2 and Satya Sadan Officers’ Flats, Bharti Nagar, Aradhana (Burmah Shell Cooperative Housing Society Ltd.), Bapu Dham and New Moti Bagh and all of which serve as exemplary benchmarks of environmentally responsible and sustainable urban living.