Solid waste generation data not furnished yet, SC warns Delhi govt of contempt of court action

Stressing the need for implementation, the court had also asked the Delhi government to “come out with figures for daily generation of solid waste in the city while submitting the report.”

On Monday, the bench noted that the data had not been furnished yet.

“Notwithstanding specific directions given to the Chief Secretary of the Delhi government, compliance has not been reported. Even basic data such as generation of solid waste every day is not placed on record. This aspect will be considered on December 19,” the bench said.

It further directed the Chief Secretary to remain present before it through video conferencing. “He owes an explanation to the court for non-compliance.”

The bench cautioned that “if by December, the affidavit reporting compliance with the order dated November 11, 2024, is not filed, the court will initiate action under the Contempt of Courts Act against officials concerned of the Delhi government.”