South City Corporation Plans Scientific Animal Waste Management System

Bengaluru South City Corporation is planning a structured, data-driven animal waste management system in collaboration with NGO ‘Vedan’ to improve sanitation and public health.

Key Details:

• Led by: K.N. Ramesh, Commissioner, South City Corporation

• Partner Organization: Vedan NGO

• Objective: Establish a scientific and hygienic system for animal waste collection

Proposed System Highlights:

• Waste Mapping:

Survey conducted to identify meat and animal waste generation points

• Auto-Collection Routes:

Dedicated routes with fixed timings and stoppage schedules

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):

Defined rules for meat vendors

• Fixed timings and designated handover points

• Collection Model:

“Auto-at-Doorstep” system for efficient and organized waste pickup

Expected Impact:

• Reduction in unscientific waste disposal

• Prevention of foul odor and environmental pollution

• Improved public health and cleanliness

• Streamlined collection without traffic disruption

Upcoming Actions:

• Implementation plan under review by officials

• New guidelines for meat vendors to be introduced

• Awareness programs to ensure compliance

• Mandatory adherence to fixed waste handover schedules

Additional Proposal:

• განხ Consideration of installing roadside litter bins in collaboration with Admy Bins

• Model based on successful implementation in West Bengal cities