Residents of housing societies in Pimpri Chinchwad are concerned about notices sent by PCMC regarding non-functional wet garbage processing units on their premises. As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, housing societies producing more than 100 kg of waste or occupying more than 500 sq ft must process wet garbage on their own. The notices warn that garbage collection will be halted for non-compliant societies from July 15.
A senior PCMC official clarified that the notices were intended to spread awareness about waste segregation and management norms, specifically targeting housing societies within the 'D' zonal office limits. Despite reassurances, residents remain worried. Some societies, like GK Rose Mansion in Punawale, cite a lack of space and infrastructure for such plants, issues not addressed during construction. PCMC has noted that societies with functional garbage processing units receive property tax concessions, highlighting the need for compliance to maintain these benefits.