Itanagar, Feb 12: Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) mayor Tamme Phassang on Wednesday urged the citizens of the capital region to join hands with the corporation in its ongoing efforts to maintain a clean and green environment.
Speaking at a press conference, Phassang announced that the IMC would soon launch a month-long cleanliness drive and awareness campaign that will cover all 20 wards of the city.
The Mayor urged the public to play an active role in the initiative, stressing that the cleanliness of the city is a collective responsibility. He appealed to the residents to report individuals who litter public spaces, assuring that the IMC will take action in accordance with the law.
“IMC will enforce penalties according to the established norms for such offenses,” he said.
Phassang also highlighted IMC’s efforts to improve waste management, including the implementation of twice-daily door-to-door garbage collection. He, however, emphasised that the success of these measures largely depends on the cooperation of the public.
“We need a shift in mindset. The IMC can’t do everything on its own; the community must contribute to the cause,” he reiterated.
Referring to the work culture within the IMC, the Mayor urged safai karamcharis (ground workers) to remain disciplined and dedicated to their tasks.
“Those who are not interested in the work should step aside, while those who show commitment and discipline will be duly recognized and rewarded,” he added.
The Mayor also drew attention to the ongoing discussions about jurisdictional issues between the IMC and other urban local bodies. He revealed that these matters will be addressed in collaboration with the administration and local MLA to ensure a unified effort toward improving the city's development.