India, Nov. 27 -- Residents of Sector 81 have been struggling with illegal waste dumping for over a year, as a vacant plot in the area has turned into a growing heap of garbage. Despite assurances from the Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) that action would be taken after Diwali, residents alleged that no steps have been taken by MCM so far to improve the situation.

Locals alleged that the waste has been piling up for over a year, turning the area into an eyesore which also poses serious health hazards for residents and commuters.

Earlier, on October 6,HT reported the issue and was informed by MCM officials that the dumping yard will be cleaned post Diwali and it hasn't been done yet due to shortage of manpower.

"Despite several c...