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Shri Marcuise N. Marak, Hon’ble Minister of Housing, PHE, Soil & Water Conservation Departments while emphasizing on the importance of Solid Waste Management initiative stated, “The Solid Waste Management Rules are vital for the well-being of the society and requires the active participation of every citizen.” He noted that under the leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister, Shri Conrad K Sangma, the government has translated development through initiatives that are improving infrastructure, urban cleanliness and public services across Meghalaya. He also highlighted the preparation for the National Games 2027, Smart City initiatives in various parts of the city and ongoing efforts to enhance public spaces.

He urged the citizens to utilize solid waste management methods, which will greatly ease waste processing, reduce flooding and help preserve the environment, while also mentioning ongoing efforts to operationalize biomedical waste incinerator, protection of the Simsang River and prevention of environmental degradation through forest conservation.

The implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 is a crucial step for Meghalaya. Historic regional dumping sites across the State are under severe strain and continuing to send most of our unprocessed wastes into these areas and other local hillsides pose a critical ecological risk to our shared water bodies, forests and river basins. These rules, therefore, are no longer optional but a necessity to protect the environment of the State and health of the people