Garbage dumped at doorsteps of Bengaluru homes; here's why

Times of IndiaCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by NITHYA MANDYAMOctober 30, 2025 at 07:50 AM

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In Bengaluru, the Greater Bengaluru Authority and Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited have initiated a crackdown against littering by dumping garbage at the doorsteps of 190 homes found guilty of improper waste disposal. This action aims to deter public littering following unsuccessful awareness campaigns. While some residents support this measure as it increases caution among litterers, others argue that it unfairly penalizes them for gaps in the city's waste collection system and irregularities in garbage pickup schedules. The campaign has reportedly reduced "garbage black spots" from 869 to 150 but faces criticism over its fairness and effectiveness.

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Murthy Rao 35% Rahul Lal 35% Ramesh Kumar 40% Akhil Singh 40% Karee Gowda ×260% Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) ×365% Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) ×270% Bengaluru ×785%

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Bengaluru

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