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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Indore cops register FIR in land registry 'scam' estimated to be worth ₹100 crore
INDORE : A case has been filed in Indore in Madhya Pradesh in an alleged land registry scam estimated to be worth Rs 100 crore going by the market rates of some of the plots and properties involved, a police official said on Monday. The district administration had formed a five-member inquiry panel after several suspicious documents were found in the record room of the state registration department, and the FIR under Indian Penal Code sections 420 (cheating), 467 (forgery of documents) etc was registered against unidentified persons on the basis of this panel report, he said. "The FIR was registered at Pandrinath police station late Sunday night on the complaint of a registration department official. Efforts are on identify the accused," Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police Dishesh Agrawal told PTI. Another official said several registry documents pertaining to various properties were found in the record room, which did not match the details of the actual buyers and sellers. "Fingerprints of sellers were also missing from the official registers. Documents related to 18 properties are currently being investigated. These include residential plots, commercial buildings, and agricultural land. As per prevailing market rates, the value of these properties is estimated to be around Rs 100 crore," this official informed. The suspected documents are from 1959 to 2000, he added. The official said some employees of the registration department and Indore Municipal Corporation are under the lens in the case.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
EverEnviro's Indore CBG plant achieves 20 TPD output, highest PLF in India's bioenergy sector
New Delhi: India's first large-scale compressed biogas (CBG) plant built on municipal solid waste (MSW) has reached a daily production of 20 tonnes, making it the most productive CBG facility in the country. Operated by EverEnviro Resource Management Pvt Ltd in partnership with the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC), the facility has achieved the highest Plant Load Factor (PLF) in the sector. Commissioned in 2022 and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the plant processes 550 metric tonnes of segregated organic waste every day. Built on a site that earlier contained more than 2,00,000 metric tonnes of legacy waste, the facility contributes to an estimated reduction of 70,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions annually. Mahesh Girdhar, MD & CEO of EverEnviro, said, 'This achievement underscores the viability of industrial-scale bioenergy solutions in addressing urban waste challenges. It reflects effective collaboration across stakeholders and alignment with national climate and sustainability targets. Indore demonstrates what integrated, outcome-driven infrastructure can deliver.' In addition to 20 tonnes per day of CBG, the plant also generates 40 metric tonnes of organic fertilizer daily. The gas is distributed to over 15,000 households through Avantika Gas, Gujarat Gas, and Naveria Gas and is also used to power Indore's city bus fleet. Recognised as a national benchmark, the Indore plant has attracted interest from urban local bodies across India and international delegations from the UK, Nepal and Southeast Asia. The site has also become a hub for students, researchers and policymakers exploring scalable models for waste-to-energy and urban sustainability. The project aligns with India's clean energy and circular economy objectives and supports national initiatives like the Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0 and SATAT (Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation), contributing to India's broader net zero goals.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Indore Shows The Way, Nagpur Dumps Its Gains
Nagpur: Senior officials from Indore Municipal Corporation had arrived on a learning mission when Nagpur was hailed as a pioneer — its bin-free city model introduced in 2008–09 — drew national attention. Door-to-door garbage collection, scientific landfilling at Bhandewadi, and regular street sweeping earned the city accolades under the National Urban Sanitation Policy. Nagpur was once among the top five cleanest cities in India and seen as a role model for urban waste management. But that was year 2014. A front-runner in cleanliness rankings and recipient of multiple awards under the Sant Gadge Baba and Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru campaigns between 2001 and 2012, a decade later, the tables have turned. In Swachh Survekshan 2024–25, Nagpur slipped to 27th rank among 44 cities with a million-plus population. Even more damning is the fact that the city failed to secure a single star in the garbage-free city (GFC) certification — scoring just 1% in source segregation. Indore retained the No. 1 spot for the sixth consecutive year, a reflection of its consistent public participation, robust enforcement, and unwavering civic discipline. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Women 60+ Are Ditching Pads For A Better Alternative DryGuard Underwear Learn More Undo "What went wrong?" asks Dr Milind Ganvir, former health officer (sanitation), who once oversaw Nagpur's acclaimed bin-free model. "When Indore officials visited us, they admired our system. But while they kept improving, we became laggards." Despite outsourcing waste collection to two private firms, Nagpur's streets are now strewn with over 400 garbage vulnerable points (GVPs) — a number officials privately admit is an undercount. Black spots have mushroomed across every zone, from residential colonies to market areas. Civic officials claim vehicles arrive on time, but residents continue to dump garbage in the open, ignoring collection schedules and basic waste segregation norms. The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has the infrastructure — around 7,000 sanitary workers, six road sweeping machines, three robotic drainage cleaners, 21 suction-cum-jetting machines (plus two newly added by the state), and five suction machines. Yet the real problem, officials admit, lies in the lack of civic sense. An Indore-based sanitation supervisor who once visited Nagpur minced no words saying: "People's approach won't change merely with slogans. In Indore, after two or three warnings, we issue heavy fines. People have learned — discipline comes when enforcement is strict and constant." Indore also employs NGOs for ground-level monitoring, uses a command-and-control centre to track garbage vehicles in real-time, and ensures an immediate response if a collection round is missed. In contrast, Nagpur's enforcement has remained only on paper. Warnings are issued, but penalties are rare. "You can't keep explaining the same thing to people repeatedly," said an NMC official. "Without action, awareness becomes background noise," the official added. A senior sanitation worker said, "It's not that Nagpur doesn't care. Schools participate, citizens join campaigns. But it vanishes the moment you ask them to stop throwing garbage near their homes." Nagpur's fall is not just administrative. It's a reflection of widespread public apathy and erosion of accountability — both civic and individual. While the infrastructure has grown, people's willingness to respect it has shrunk. Nagpur's crash is a wake-up call. Equipment and personnel mean little if roads continue to be used as dumping grounds and public behaviour remains unchanged. "To reclaim lost ground, the city must not only enforce rules but also trigger a cultural shift — from indifference to ownership, from evasion to engagement. Until then, Nagpur's promise of becoming a truly clean city will remain buried under its own waste," said sanitation expert Dr Pradip Dasarwar.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Vadodara climbs rankings, gets ‘Promising City' recognition
Vadodara: Climbing up the cleanliness rankings, Vadodara secured the 18th position in the Swachh Survekshan 2024 among cities with a population of over 10 lakh. The city scored 10,713 out of 12,500 points and was also recognised among 12 urban centres as a 'Promising Swachh Shehar'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The improvement comes after the city ranked 33rd last year. Officials noted that Vadodara's performance still fell short of its earlier rankings — eighth in 2021 and 14th in 2022 — reflecting a dip from its past achievements. To reverse the downward trend, the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) had engaged a consultancy firm that previously worked with the Indore Municipal Corporation, a consistent top performer in the survey. Despite steps taken by the civic body in waste management and processing, the results have been inconsistent. V MC officials pointed out that the changing parameters and methodology of the Swachh Survekshan surveys over the years made direct comparisons difficult. They said factors such as documentation, public feedback and revised survey formats play a bigger role in rankings than visible cleanliness alone. In this year's survey, the city lost marks in the garbage-free city assessment and other survey parameters — shortcomings officials acknowledged were visible on the ground. In response, the VMC has initiated stricter measures, including fines, to address sanitation lapses. Standing committee chairman Sheetal Mistry, who received the award in Delhi alongside senior VMC officials, expressed optimism about future rankings. He said ongoing efforts such as developing refuse transport stations and a material recovery facility will significantly improve the city's performance. "The Promising Swachh Shehar award itself is an acknowledgment of Vadodara's potential to do better," he said.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IMC to ‘QuickSaaf' Waste On Demand
Indore: India's cleanest city, Indore, is set to rev olutionise its waste management model with the introduction of an on-demand waste collection facility, accessible through a dedicated mobile application. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This innovative service aims to bring a new level of convenience and efficiency to waste disposal. According to Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) additional commissioner Abhilash Mishra, the new facility will be offered via a specialised portal linked to the existing 311 app. "We already have a successful model with our 311 app to receive any complaint or request related to civic issues and ensure a quick response and prompt redressal," Mishra said. He added that the new on-demand waste collection service, initially named 'QuickSaaf', may be rebranded if deemed necessary after approval from the IMC Council. He added that the service will be best suited for bulk collection, events, C&D waste along with cleaning of big or perticular areas including waterbody periphery. To initiate a request, consumers will simply log in with their mobile number and OTP, then choose between a 'Cleaning' or 'Collection' option. The service is anticipated to launch within a month. The on-demand service will feature a transparent fee structure. For 'Cleaning' requests, charges will vary based on the area and nature of the cleaning required, including construction & demolition (C&D) waste or waterbody periphery cleaning. For the 'Collection' option, consumers will be charged based on the distance for pickup and transport of the waste. To facilitate accurate pricing and service provision, users will need to provide details such as the expected weight of the garbage, a description of the items, and upload accompanying photos or videos. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In the 'pickup waste collection' category, consumers will also have the flexibility to select the appropriate vehicle type – either a dumper or a tipper – based on their specific requirements. They will also need to choose a preferred date, time slot, and pickup location. Once the online payment is completed, the application will be accepted, and the applicant will receive an online booking receipt for their order. IMC is well-equipped to process nearly all types of waste, including C&D, plastic, and green waste. For specialised materials like batteries, the civic body has empanelled private partners to ensure proper disposal. The charges for the service have been meticulously calculated, factoring in the workers and resources needed for cleaning, as well as vehicle fuel consumption, maintenance, and the cost of drivers and helpers for waste pickup and transport.
