02052024-LT-01.qxd 5/1/2024 11:58 PM Page 1 c m y b Ludhiana tribune » » UDAY PRATAP STARS IN BATHINDA’S WIN INSIDE AAP YOUTH WING PRESIDENT DENIED BAIL INSIDE THURSDAY | 2 MAY 2024 | LUDHIANA Residents seek removal of garbage piles at MC dump Harshraj Singh Tribune News Service Ludhiana, May 1 Residents of Kakka village, Mahatama Colony, Puneet Nagar, Mahavir Jain Colony, and several other neighbouring residential areas on Tibba Road demanded the removal of extensive garbage piles at the Municipal Corporation's main dumping site, spanning approximately 51 acres. There is an estimated accumulation of 25-30 lakh metric tonne of solid waste at the dumping site, also known as Jamalpur dump, near Kakka village. The residents said the garbage dump is not only polluting the air and soil, but also the groundwater. The pervasive stench and unhygienic conditions stemming from the garbage have significantly impacted the quality of life for residents in the vicinity. Frequent incidents of garbage fires have further exacerbated the situation, emitting noxious smoke that poses health hazards. Despite numerous appeals, the Municipal Corporation has consistently failed to uphold proper garbage management in accordance with solid waste management regulations, the residents said. 7 booked for ~2.45 cr fraud Ludhiana, May 1 Seven persons have been booked for allegedly committing a fraud of Rs 2.45 crore with a resident of Lohara under the pretext of issuing various policies. The four accused have been identified as Sharanjeet Singh, Rajeshwari, Captain, and Varsha, while the rest remain unidentified. They have been accused of committing fraud with the complainant since December 2018. Gurnam Singh of Lohara village alleged that the accused, in collusion, obtained a significant amount of money from him by pretending to procure policies from different companies. He alleged that the accused took Rs 2.45 crore from him, but the amount was never returned. A case has been was registered at Daba Police Station. — TNS Waste piled up at the dumping site in Kakka village. HIMANSHU MAHAJAN FEAR GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION ■ There is an estimated accumulation of 25-30 lakh MT of solid waste at the dumping site, also known as Jamalpur dump, near Kakka village. ■ The residents said the garbage dump is not only polluting the air and soil, but also the groundwater. Surjit Singh from Kakka Road recounted his lifelong observation of the massive garbage heaps, a sight familiar since his childhood. Over the years, these heaps have grown in size due to inadequate disposal practices. When winds flow towards their houses, the ensuing foul odours create considerable discomfort, prompting residents to keep their doors closed. At times, the air becomes difficult to breathe. Recent years have seen incidents of fires at the dumping site, emitting toxic smoke that irritates the eyes and makes breathing challenging, as he described. Surjit emphasised that thee elected representatives' need to address the issue earnestly. Whoever wins the election, the new MP must raise their concerns in Parliament, he said. Rajiv Kumar, a resident of Mahatma Enclave situated in close to the dumping site, echoed similar concerns. He lamented how the winds carried the noxious odours from the dumping site to their locality, making it hard to breathe. He said the huge accumulation of waste is causing different kinds of pollution. It's worth noting that the city generates approximately 1100 metric tonnes of garbage daily. Since the termination of services by the A2Z group in February 2021, a waste processing plant at the dumping site has remained non-operational. There is no required facility to ensure the processing of fresh waste on a daily basis. An official from the MC’s Health Branch said under the first phase, approximately 2.81 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste have undergone bioremediation, with the remaining work expected to be completed on schedule under the first phase. Additionally, documents for the second phase of bioremediation and the establishment of an energy-to-waste plant at the dumping site have been submitted for review by higher authorities. Furthermore, a tender has been floated for the establishment of a bioCNG plant. Hospital authorities issue ‘fake’ medical certificate, owner booked Ludhiana, May 1 In a matter related to the issuance of an alleged fake certificate, the police have registered an FIR against Rajinder Mani Pal, owner of Kunal Pal Hospital located in Model Town Extension in Ludhiana. Earlier, Gurjit Singh, a resident of Hawas village, claimed to have paid Rs 10,000 to obtain a certificate from the hospital, which turned out to be fake. He claimed to have conducted a sting operation to expose this irregularity. Notably, this matter is related to August 2023. He submitted a complaint to the Health Department, alleging that this private hospital had issued him a fake medical certificate after charging a fee of Rs 10,000. STING OPERATION ■ Gurjit Singh, a resident of Hawas village, claimed to have paid ~10,000 to obtain a certificate from the hospital, which turned out to be fake. He claimed to have conducted a sting operation to expose this irregularity. ■ On the directions of the Director of the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Punjab, a committee was formed to investigate the matter Subsequently, on the directions of the Director of the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Punjab, a committee was formed to investigate the matter. In March, Civil Surgeon Ludhiana, Dr Jasbir Singh, wrote to the police recommending the registration of an FIR in this regard. The hospital owner was accused of preparing the fake medical certificate. Dr Jasbir Singh said the probe committee had inspect- ed the hospital and recorded the statement of the hospital owner. He claimed that the committee found the hospital owner lacked a medical degree but had prepared the fake medical certificate. Consequently, he recommended that legal action be taken against the hospital owner. A case under Sections 192, 193, 197, 420, 465, 468, 471 of the IPC, and Section 34 of the NMC Act, has been registered against the accused at Model Town police station. — TNS Railway employees mark Labour Day INBRIEF 5,400 LITRES OF LAHAN SEIZED Members of the Northern Railway Men’s Union observe Labour Day. PHOTO: INDERJEET VERMA Tribune News Service Ludhiana, May 1 Members of the Northern Railway Men’s Union organised a rally to mark Labour Day on Wednesday. They highlighted the importance of the day and the issues being faced by workers. Comrade Mangat Ram Pasla, while addressing the gathering during the rally, Express concern over inflation, unemployment criticised the Central Government for failing to address these issues. He alleged that hatred is being promoted in the country and no steps are being taken to control the rising inflation. He further alleged that laborers are being exploited. Comrade Ghan- shyam Singh highlighted the economic conditions of the country and expressed his concerns over rising unemployment and the exploitation of laborers. Comrade KS Grewal expressed concerns about the poor conditions of laborers, railway hospitals, railway colonies, and other issues. A large number of railway employees attended the rally. Ludhiana: The police claimed to have recovered 5,400 litres of 'lahan' near the bank of the Sutlej River in Walipur Khurd village in Ludhiana district. However, the accused have not been identified or arrested. ASI Paramjee Singh said the police, along with Excise Inspector Balkaran Singh and other officials, had conducted a search operation in the area and seized 5,400 litres of lahan. A case under Sections 61, 1 and 14 of the Excise Act has been registered against an unidentified person at the Dakha police station. TNS MAN HELD FOR RAPING MINOR Ludhiana: A six-year-old girl was allegedly raped in the Tibba area of the city. Infuriated residents assaulted the accused and then handed him over to the police. An FIR has been registered against the accused at Tibba Police Station. TNS c m y b FORECAST MAINLY CLEAR SKY MAX 34°C | MIN 20°C YESTERDAY MAX 33°C | MIN 17°C SUNSET THURSDAY 7.06 PM SUNRISE FRIDAY 5.40 AM » HAIL THE FIGHTING SPIRIT! INSIDE
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