Toxic leachate from landfill overflows onto Aravalli area

Toxic leachate from the Bandhwari landfill has again started flowing unchecked into the Aravalli forests and adjoining villages, exposing severe gaps in Gurugram’s waste management system and sparking outrage among residents and environmentalists.

- Leena Dhankhar

The only remaining green cover of the city, already under constant threat from deforestation and illegal encroachments, is now battling a fresh wave of pollution as hazardous liquid waste seeps into the forest floor and nearby water bodies.

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram, however, claimed immediate action was being taken. The MCG commissioner also recently inspected the landfill and warned contractors of strict action if further lapses occur.

“As soon as the matter was brought to our notice, prompt steps were initiated. Strict instructions have been issued to ensure such situations do not arise in the future,” said Sumit Kumar, joint commissioner, MCG.