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Three Unauthorised Dhobi Ghats Sealed in Old Delhi to Curb Yamuna Pollution
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News18•19-10-2026, 19:30
Three Unauthorised Dhobi Ghats Sealed in Old Delhi to Curb Yamuna Pollution
- •The Municipal Corporation of Delhi sealed three unauthorised dhobi ghats in Old Delhi to prevent untreated wastewater from entering the Yamuna.
- •Inspections revealed deficiencies in effluent treatment plants and a lack of consent to operate from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee.
- •Operators were found using soaps and detergents that do not conform to Bureau of Indian Standards norms.
- •MCD Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar directed officials to shut down unauthorised facilities and ensure strict compliance with environmental standards.
- •Authorities have initiated the process of disconnecting electricity and water supplies to violating establishments and issued show-cause notices.
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The Municipal Corporation of Delhi sealed three unauthorised dhobi ghats to curb Yamuna pollution, as inspections flagged deficiencies in effluent treatment plants, missing consent from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee, and the use of non-compliant soaps and detergents.
The civic body has issued show-cause and compliance notices warning of statutory action like sealing, and has initiated the process of disconnecting electricity and water supplies for defaulting establishments.
MCD Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar directed zonal officials to shut down unauthorised facilities, intensify enforcement, regularly monitor compliance with environmental regulations, and ensure that authorised dhobi ghats meet all pollution control standards.
