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Waste management improvements

A directive has been issued by the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) chief to ensure regular wastecollection in the city. He has urged officials to address complaints promptly and take necessary action to liftwaste regularly. He stressed the need for efficient waste management to prevent the spread of diseases andmaintain the city’s hygiene standards. Meanwhile,…

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Sanitation byelaws for waste management

Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has drafted the city’s first set of sanitation byelaws for sustainablewaste management. The proposed regulations prepared under the ambit of Solid Waste Management Rules2016 aim to address various aspects of waste management, including segregation, collection, transportation,processing, and disposal. The draft establishes a framework for monitoring and enforcement byelaws andoutline penalties…

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Lok Sabha Election Update

With the schedule of upcoming Lok Sabha elections announced by the Election Commission of India, votingwill be held in the Gurgaon Lok Sabha constituency on May 25 in the sixth and penultimate phase of the sevenphase elections. The counting of votes will be held on June 4. Deputy Commissioner, Gurgaon, Nishant KumarYadav, who is also…

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Let’s walk, cycle, run

Gurgaon provides various nature trails catering to the interests of nature enthusiasts and explorers. These encompass the Aravalli Bio Diversity Park loop, Leopard Trail, Basai Wetlands, Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary Park, Lost Lake, Found Lake, Damdama Lake and Tau Devi Lal Bio-Diversity Park. Additionally, numerous walking and cycling groups in Gurgaon maintain Facebook pages and WhatsApp…

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Governance

The 74th amendment to the Constitution in 1992 paved the way for municipal or local governments, granting them constitutional validity and autonomy. The 12th schedule of the Indian Constitution also outlines the functions delegated to local city governments, encompassing areas such as water supply, sanitation, and building regulations. In 2011, Gurgaon took a significant step…

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Office and Departments

The Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon Function: Urban local bodyThe Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG) is the civic body entrusted with the administration and governance of Gurgaon. It was formed in 2008 and has 36 wards each headed by an elected councilor. The Mayor is the functional head of MCG while the Chairperson (a Haryana Civil…

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History

Gurgaon, once a village associated with Guru Dronacharya, the revered teacher of the Kauravas and Pandavas, has a rich history influenced by various rulers. During Akbar’s reign, it was part of Delhi and Agra’s territories. In the early 19th century, the British established control over Gurgaon, initially monitoring Begum Samru’s forces. After the 1857 revolt,…

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Rajiv Gandhi Renewable Energy Park

Solar Park : Rajiv Gandhi Renewable Energy Park, situated at Leisure Valley in City Centre, sector-29, Gurgaon, serves to raise awareness about the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies. It is also a hub for green activities and events. To learn more, visit www.sustainableoasis.greenwww.sustainableoasis.green

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Save earth by reusing, recycling waste

 Drop off paper, plastic, glass, metal, clothes, medicines, e-waste andmore at these collection sites. Centres located@ 1) Samadhan Hub, Block D, near Khushboo Chowk, Sector 26A, Gurugramhttps://lnkd.in/ggsnfGw42): Badshahpur Forest Corridor, South Peripheral Rd, near Tatvam Villas, Dhani,Sector 69, Gurugram.https://lnkd.in/gbYpp45d3) Prachin Hanuman Aur Shani Dev Mandir, off Sunset Boulevard, Gurugramhttps://lnkd.in/dxc_Swum

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A Green Delight

The Gurgaon Organic Farmers Market (GOFM) stands as a distinctive initiative, fostering connections among local organic farmers, producers, entrepreneurs, and consumers, with the aim of fostering a healthy and sustainable community. GOFM advocates for a lifestyle that prioritises natural, chemical-free food, considering it not as a privilege but as a fundamental right. Since its inception…

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