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- In the meantime, residents and tourists alike are left to navigate through the waste, hoping that the authorities will soon act to restore the dignity and beauty of the city’s most treasured landmarks.
- The root of the problem appears to be a delay in garbage processing and irregular waste collection, issues that have plagued the area for some time.
- The historic charm of the Walled City, particularly along the iconic Heritage Street, is being overshadowed by a persistent garbage crisis that has stirred public frustration and dampened the city’s image among visitors.
The historic charm of the Walled City, particularly along the iconic Heritage Street, is being overshadowed by a persistent garbage crisis that has stirred public frustration and dampened the city’s image among visitors.
Overflowing waste bins, scattered litter, and the pungent stench of unattended garbage have become a common sight — even in prominent tourist areas like Jallianwala Bagh. Despite its national importance and emotional resonance, this memorial has not been spared, with garbage reportedly piling up near its entrance and exit gates.
The root of the problem appears to be a delay in garbage processing and irregular waste collection, issues that have plagued the area for some time. Local residents and shopkeepers have repeatedly voiced concerns, yet the situation remains unresolved.
Heritage Street, designed as a pedestrian-friendly and picturesque thoroughfare leading to the Golden Temple, now struggles to maintain its appeal. During monsoon season, waterlogging further aggravates the sanitation issue, making it difficult for tourists to navigate the area and leaving a poor impression on visitors.
“The lifting of garbage is not regular,” said Moti Kumar, a shopkeeper in the area. “When we ask the safai karamcharis (sanitation workers), they don’t respond. Garbage collection should be routine, not occasional.”
Several protests have been staged by local traders, demanding the Municipal Corporation take swift and regular action to keep the streets clean. The shopkeepers say the issue not only hurts business but also damages the city’s reputation among domestic and international tourists.
Archana Baghera, a tourist from Gujarat, shared her disappointment. “Jallianwala Bagh is a historic place, and visiting it is a very sombre experience. But the lack of cleanliness and the stench really takes away from the moment.”
Civic officials have so far offered no concrete assurance of a timeline for resolving the crisis. In the meantime, residents and tourists alike are left to navigate through the waste, hoping that the authorities will soon act to restore the dignity and beauty of the city’s most treasured landmarks.
