India, Aug. 17 -- The municipal corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has launched a multi-pronged offensive against the illegal dumping of municipal solid waste and construction & demolition (C&D) debris, introducing stringent penalties and deploying a dedicated Sanitation Security Force (SSF) to enforce the new regulations.

In a public notice issued by Pradeep Dahiya, MCG commissioner on Saturday, it was highlighted that the unauthorised dumping of trash by bulk waste generators and vehicle operators is causing severe environmental degradation, public nuisance, and a violation of statutory norms.

The notice, effective from Saturday, warns that anyone found in violation will face immediate and severe consequences. Under the provisions of the E...