Kohima: The Dimapur Municipal Council has started a citywide survey to identify Bulk Waste Generators. Officials are conducting this verification to meet the requirements of Section 3(i) of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026. Scientific disposal is the goal.
Dr. Kuzonyi Wideo, the DMC chief executive officer, warned that non-compliance carries consequences. Establishments must cooperate with inspectors or face potential legal action. Residents and business owners should prepare for the visits.
The rules apply to any location with 20,000 square metres of floor space, daily water use hitting 40,000 litres, or waste output reaching 100 kg. This includes government offices, PSUs, airports, railway stations, malls, hotels with over 20 rooms, and hospitals with more than 30 beds. Educational institutions with 300-plus students, large stadiums, and residential complexes housing over 50 families also fall under the mandate.
Owners must provide accurate data on occupants, water usage, and current disposal methods. DMC staff will carry official identification cards during all site visits. "Failure to cooperate, concealment of information or non-compliance with the applicable provisions of the Solid Waste Management Rules may invite action under relevant laws and municipal regulations," the notice stated. Those needing help can reach out to the Sanitation Branch during standard office hours.
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