In a collaborative effort to enhance waste water management, the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation, led by Commissioner Mr. M.A. Sivaguru Prabhakaran, I.A.S., held a crucial meeting with drivers and owners of municipal and private sewage tankers at RS Puram Art Gallery, addressing safety, regulation, and efficient disposal practices.
Coimbatore: A significant meeting was convened under the leadership of Mr. M.A. Sivaguru Prabhakaran, I.A.S., the Commissioner of Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation, with the drivers and owners of municipal and private sewage tankers at the RS Puram City Municipal Corporation Art Gallery on February 22, 2024. The meeting aimed to discuss and enhance waste water management practices in the western region of Coimbatore.
During the meeting, the Commissioner emphasized the importance of safety and regulatory compliance for those involved in sewage disposal operations. He insisted that all personnel must wear appropriate safety gear while on duty and that all private tanker owners must obtain the necessary permits from the city corporation to operate their vehicles. Unauthorized vehicles found operating without permits would be seized, and permits could be revoked if hazardous waste disposals were discovered.
Furthermore, the Commissioner highlighted the implementation of GPS devices on vehicles to enable monitoring at the Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC) in the RS Puram City Municipal Corporation Art Gallery. He announced a revised fee structure for waste disposal, with charges of Rs. 200 for up to 6000 liters and Rs. 300 for volumes above that, to be paid at the Ukkadam Waste Water Treatment Facility.
Additionally, the Commissioner urged the public to utilize the municipal corporation's free helpline number (0422-14420) for sewage disposal services. The meeting was attended by city health officer Dr. Vasanth Diwakar; assistant commissioners Mr. Senthilkumaran, Mr. Prem Anand, Mrs. Sandhya, Mrs. Sridevi, Mrs. Kavitha; and municipal health inspector Mr. Thirumal, along with other municipal officials.
This initiative marks a significant step towards improving waste water management in Coimbatore, ensuring safety, compliance, and environmental protection.
During the meeting, the Commissioner emphasized the importance of safety and regulatory compliance for those involved in sewage disposal operations. He insisted that all personnel must wear appropriate safety gear while on duty and that all private tanker owners must obtain the necessary permits from the city corporation to operate their vehicles. Unauthorized vehicles found operating without permits would be seized, and permits could be revoked if hazardous waste disposals were discovered.
Furthermore, the Commissioner highlighted the implementation of GPS devices on vehicles to enable monitoring at the Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC) in the RS Puram City Municipal Corporation Art Gallery. He announced a revised fee structure for waste disposal, with charges of Rs. 200 for up to 6000 liters and Rs. 300 for volumes above that, to be paid at the Ukkadam Waste Water Treatment Facility.
Additionally, the Commissioner urged the public to utilize the municipal corporation's free helpline number (0422-14420) for sewage disposal services. The meeting was attended by city health officer Dr. Vasanth Diwakar; assistant commissioners Mr. Senthilkumaran, Mr. Prem Anand, Mrs. Sandhya, Mrs. Sridevi, Mrs. Kavitha; and municipal health inspector Mr. Thirumal, along with other municipal officials.
This initiative marks a significant step towards improving waste water management in Coimbatore, ensuring safety, compliance, and environmental protection.