Delhi: Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal recently conducted a surprise inspection of the Pankha Road area in Janakpuri, West Delhi, where she expressed deep concern over the appalling condition caused by uncollected garbage. During her visit, Maliwal noted that piles of trash had spilled over onto the roads, severely affecting the quality of life for the local residents.Piles of garbage disrupt daily lifeThe buildup of waste along the roadside has created multiple problems for Janakpuri residents, with garbage encroaching onto roads, creating an unsanitary environment, and leading to lengthy traffic jams. “Thousands of people are being forced to live amidst such filth. Trash has spilled onto the streets, making it difficult to breathe,” Maliwal stated during her visit, visibly frustrated by the neglect of basic public services in the area.दिल्ली के जनकपुरी इलाक़े का औचक निरीक्षण किया। क्या बुरा हाल कर रखा है। लाखों लोग यहाँ ऐसी गंदगी में रहने को मजबूर हैं।कूड़ा सड़कों तक आ गया है, साँस लेना मुश्किल, लंबे ट्रैफिक जाम।ख़ुद को राजा समझते हो, अपनी तुलना श्री कृष्ण से करते हो, आपके राज में गौमाता किस हाल में… pic.twitter.com/N5MxCM51WZ— Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) October 30, 2024Message for Delhis leadershipAddressing her criticism to the local authorities and Delhis mayor, Maliwal highlighted her disappointment in the citys management, noting that even sacred animals like cows are left to scavenge through garbage in the streets. In a pointed comment, she stated, “Those in power who liken themselves to Lord Krishna should take a look at the actual state of their administration, where even cows are left eating trash off the streets.”Maliwal demanded that immediate action be taken to clear the accumulated waste, adding that if left unattended, locals might resort to extreme measures, even threatening to dump the waste in front of official residences. Her visit underscores the urgent need for a robust waste management system to ensure public health and a cleaner living environment for Delhis residents.
