Naharlagun: The Youth Mission for Clean River (YMCR) achieved a significant feat on Saturday by successfully removing over 5000 kilograms of waste from the Barapani River. Collaborating with the Itanagar Municipal Corporation Ward No-14, Takar Colony Youth Association, and receiving support from Itanagar Smart City Corporation Limited, the clean-up initiative witnessed the active participation of more than 60 dedicated volunteers.
During the cleanup efforts, plastic and household waste were diligently cleared from the Barapani River, along with its adjacent drains and streams. IMC Mayor Tamme Phassang, addressing the event, stressed the crucial importance of self-awareness and community cooperation among residents.
Phassang pointed out that a significant portion of the garbage in the Barapani River is traced back to individuals in the Naharlagun area, who irresponsibly discard waste while crossing the bridge. He strongly condemned such behavior, urging everyone to take responsibility for their waste disposal practices and emphasizing the need to be accountable for thoughtlessly dumping household waste into the river.
In addition, Mayor Phassang called upon the home department and the Naharlagun superintendent of police to promptly remove unauthorized makeshift toilets constructed near the rivers, as they directly discharge waste into the water. He also shared insights into upcoming sewerage treatment plant projects aimed at enhancing the sanitation standards of the capital city.
Corporator Gyamar Tubin addressed the mechanical issues faced by IMC trucks, which result in visits to the colony every alternate day. He appealed to residents not to dispose of garbage into drains and rivers when the trucks are unavailable.
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Providing a comprehensive overview of the clean-up drive, YMCR organizing secretary Keyom Doni highlighted that the event also aimed to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining clean rivers and demonstrated methods of reusing items to benefit the environment.
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