JCF raises concern over irregular garbage collection, urges DMC action

Dimapur, October 14 (MExN): The Joint Council Forum (JCF), comprising Middle Point Council, Churches Colony Council, NST Colony Council, Nyamo Lotha Colony Council and Khermahal Area Council, has raised concerns over irregular sanitation services in various localities and urged the Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) to take immediate corrective measures.

In a statement issued in public interest, the JCF said garbage collection remained irregular despite residents regularly paying the enhanced Residential Sanitary Fee (RSF).

The situation had led to the accumulation of waste, causing inconvenience to households and posing risks to public health and hygiene, it said.

The forum said sanitation was a fundamental civic service linked to public health, cleanliness and the dignity of every household, and should be delivered with regularity, transparency and accountability.

The JCF appealed to the DMC to ensure timely and scheduled waste collection across all wards and strengthen on-ground monitoring to prevent service gaps.

It also called for clear communication with residents regarding waste collection schedules and corrective measures to address lapses in service delivery.

While acknowledging the challenges of managing civic services in a growing city, the forum expressed its willingness to extend cooperation at the community level.

The JCF expressed confidence that the DMC would treat the matter with urgency and take immediate steps to ensure efficient and reliable sanitation services.