Chandigarh, Aug. 3 -- The Chandigarh municipal corporation (MC) is taking a firm stand against institutions that fail to adhere to Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules. In a recent move, the corporation has penalised Punjab and Sind Bank's Sector 17-B branch with a Rs.5,000 fine for illegally stacking construction and demolition waste. This action follows a fine of Rs.13,500 levied on Punjab National Bank earlier on July 4, signalling a clear message that no entity is exempt from the city's cleanliness regulations.

The Punjab and Sind Bank was found guilty of unauthorised stacking of construction and demolition (C&D) waste outside its premises without seeking prior permission, and for failing to clear the debris despite repeated reminders ...