MCD to Unify Park Adoption Policy for RWAs, Tackle Manpower Shortage

• MCD standing committee proposes a unified policy for RWAs to adopt and maintain Delhi parks under a Public Private Partnership framework.
• The initiative aims to address park maintenance challenges and a shortage of malis (gardeners) in the horticulture department.
• RWAs can use their own manpower, receiving Rs 13,500 per acre per month and free compost from MCD's green waste management centers.
• Eligibility requires RWAs to be registered under the Societies Act for over three years, have a functional bank account, and submit audited financials.
• The policy, previously discontinued in 2022 due to budgeting issues, will be tabled at the upcoming standing committee meeting on February 23.