Delhi Gets 500 Crore Boost: MCD to Tackle Garbage Mountains, Dust Pollution

• Delhi government approves 500 crore rupees one-time assistance for MCD to address sanitation and dust pollution.
• MCD will now receive an additional 300 crore rupees in annual assistance for ongoing operations.
• Funds will be used to clear outstanding payments to waste collection companies, cover operational losses, and improve waste segregation.
• Money is allocated for immediate road repairs, filling potholes to reduce dust, and installing modern green waste disposal machines.
• Strict accountability measures are in place, requiring MCD to submit a 'Utilization Certificate' for all expenditures.

Why It Matters: Delhi government provides 500 crore to MCD to combat garbage and dust, with strict spending oversight.