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Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
BMC introduces new vehicles for waste management in Salt Lake & Rajarhat Gopalpur
1 2 Kolkata: The Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Tuesday introduced 19 new vehicles of different types to collect and transport the daily generated waste from entire Salt Lake and Rajarhat Gopalpur area to the Dhapa dumping ground. The vehicles procured by BMC include 12 refuse compactors, four cesspool emptiers, two hydraulic hook loaders, and one hydraulic ladder sky lift. These were flagged off by state urban development and municipal affairs department minister Firhad Hakim, Bidhannagar MLA and fire and emergency services department minister Sujit Bose, along with BMC mayor Krishna Chakraborty and other BMC officials. "The chief minister has given me a 'mantra' to have a city free of garbage vats. In Bidhannagar, the process has started with the plan to have mobile compactors in all wards. While the waste is still being transported to Dhapa, it will be soon taken to the Patharghata waste treatment plant once it is set up," Hakim said. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Gold Rates Today in Kolkata | Silver Rates Today in Kolkata "There are still a few who throw waste on the roadside. This has to be stopped. Also, residents need to be urged to segregate waste. More awareness on this is needed," Hakim added. BMC mayor Krishna Chakraborty said that out of the 12 refuse compactors, which have a capacity of seven cubic metric tonne each, eight of them will be used for collecting waste, and four of them will be utilised to lift the waste bins from different places. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "Eight of these refuse compactors will collect the daily generated waste and garbage from BMC ward numbers 2, 4, 5, 7, 28, 29, 36, and 41, covering different parts of Salt Lake and Rajarhat Gopalpur," Chakraborty said. "A total of Rs 5.3 crore under the 15th finance tide fund for BMC's solid waste management has been spent to procure the vehicles. We want to have a vat-free clean Bidhannagar," Chakraborty added. Heaps of daily generated garbage and other waste were lately seen piling up in different parts of Salt Lake and Rajarhat as the old waste-carrying trucks were no longer in condition to collect and dispose of the entire daily generated waste. Bidhannagar MLA and fire minister Sujit Bose said that the problems which the civic authorities were facing over waste collecting system was now to be sorted out with the procurement of the new vehicles. BMC MMIC (drainage and waste management) Debraj Chakraborty said that more vehicles are in the process of being procured to cater to all the 41 BMC wards. "The vehicles will be centrally monitored through a GPS system," Chakraborty said. BMC is also in the process of installing display boards on all its vacant plots and water bodies across Salt Lake and Rajarhat Gopalpur, mentioning not to throw waste and garbage at the place, or else the offenders could be penalised in the range from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1 lakh. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Minister urges garment manufacturers to follow fire safety norms
Kolkata: Bengal fire and emergency services minister Sujit Bose on Monday asked manufacturers of readymade garments in the state to abide by fire safety norms. Inaugurating the 58th Garment Fair and B2B Expo, being held over three days at Science City, Bose said: "We are cooperating with traders and manufacturers to set up units or warehouses in Bengal, especially in industrial parks coming up in different parts of the state. We have also eased the process of applying for and obtaining a fire licence. The govt is planning to set up malls in districts to boost the retail business of local manufacturers in segments like garments." Referring to the massive fires at Barasat and Mechua Bazar, the minister said: "Sometimes, we find that manufacturing continues with loopholes that result in fire incidents. I request the manufacturers to obey all norms to ward off fire hazards." You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata Over 1,000 national and international brands are participating at the fair, being organised by West Bengal Garment Manufacturers and Dealers Association. "The B2B expo is projected to generate commercial dealings valued at around Rs 1,300-1,500 crore in the wholesale market this time," said Devendra Baid, secretary of the association.
Indian Express
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
West Bengal plans 25 new fire stations after series of incidents in Kolkata
After a series of escalating fire incidents across Kolkata and its surrounding areas, the West Bengal government said it is planning to propose the construction of 25 new fire stations across the state. State Fire and Emergency Services Minister Sujit Bose addressed the West Bengal Assembly on Tuesday, defending his department's response to a blaze on Monday at a market in Kolkata's Khidderpore which reportedly destroyed around 1,300 shops. Minister Bose, while rejecting allegations of delayed response and negligence, stated that the new fire stations would be established in districts such as Howrah, Hooghly, North 24 Parganas, Malda, Uttar Dinajpur, Birbhum, and Purba Bardhaman. Notably, one of the proposed stations will be strategically located near Nabanna, the state secretariat in Howrah. Other specific locations mentioned include Dhaniyakhali in Hooghly, Barjora in Bankura, Narayangarh in Paschim Medinipur, and Itahat in Uttar Dinajpur. During the Assembly session, the Opposition criticised the fire department's handling of the Khidderpore incident, alleging the late arrival of fire tenders, insufficient water, and a breakdown of one of the engines. In response, Minister Bose stated that three fire tenders were immediately dispatched upon receiving the emergency call at 2:05 pm, with more engines sent subsequently. He affirmed the presence of senior officials, Mayor Firhad Hakim, and even Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the site. Addressing concerns about water supply and fuel, Bose firmly said 'there was sufficient water, and the pumps had fuel.' He attributed any initial pump malfunction to silt entering the system during the suction process, vowing to 'investigate' the issue. 'Just like our soldiers at the border, our firemen work under extreme risk, putting their lives on the line. Do not belittle their courage and sacrifice,' he urged. The planned expansion of fire infrastructure comes in the wake of numerous major fire incidents in the past six months, which have resulted in fatalities and injuries. These incidents include a significant fire at an abandoned factory in Rajabazar last October, requiring six fire tenders. Days later, 15 tenders were deployed to extinguish a blaze at Tiretti Bazar on Ezra Street. A slum fire on Prince Anwar Shah Road also injured one person This year alone, major fires have been reported in areas such as Park Circus, Sealdah ESI Hospital, Narkeldanga, Park Street, and Pathuriaghata. Incidents in the Narkeldanga slum and Pathuriaghata in Jorabagan claimed three lives. Residents allege that while fire safety norms are adhered to for obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs) and licenses, 'compliance often lapses' once permissions are secured. Sweety Kumari reports from West Bengal for The Indian Express. She is a journalist with over a decade of experience in the media industry. Covers Crime, Defence, Health , Politics etc and writes on trending topics. With a keen eye for investigative and human-interest stories. She has honed her craft across diverse beats including aviation, health, incidents etc. Sweety delivers impactful journalism that informs and engages audiences. Sweety Kumari is a graduate of Calcutta University with an Honors degree in Journalism from Jaipuria College and a PG in Mass Communication from Jadavpur University. Originally from Bihar, she is brought up in Kolkata and completed her education from Kendriya Vidyalaya SaltLake. Multilingual, Sweety is fluent in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Maithili. She started her career as an Entertainment and lifestyle journalist with a newsportal in Kolkata. She is working with The Indian Express for 8 years now. ... Read More
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Carriageway repairs start on Ultadanga slip bridge
1 2 3 Kolkata: The Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority (KMDA) has started carriageway repair work of the one-way Ultadanga slip bridge over Kestopur canal, connecting VIP Road with Salt Lake. On Friday, one lane of the slip bridge was left open for vehicles to move as bituminous mastic work was being done, blocking the other lane. Officials said the carriageway, which is a one-way slip bridge, deteriorates quite often as the authorities take up carriageway repair work as and when needed. With the monsoon ahead, the bridge's carriageway stretch which was damaged in several spots, needed to be repaired to prevent further deterioration, officials said. Named as a slip bridge, which is only about 100 metres in length, the bridge is used as a short-cut for vehicles to move towards Salt Lake and EM Bypass from VIP Road. KMDA is also working on the plan to set up another Bailey bridge over Kestopur canal for vehicles to enter VIP Road from Salt Lake, bypassing the traffic congestion at Ultadanga. Bidhannagar MLA and minister Sujit Bose, along with KMDA officials and Bidhannagar traffic police officers, recently conducted an inspection to finalise the proposed site on the canal side at Salt Lake AA Block where the bridge would be set up. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like בלב ת"א: יחידות מגורים יימכרו מ-2.5 מיליון ש"ח Channel22 Undo Officials said once the bridge is set up, it would be the second Bailey bridge and fourth bridge overall over Kestopur canal, after the Bailey bridge at Lake Town, Ultadanga slip bridge and the bituminous carriageway both-way bridge at the junction of AK and AJ blocks. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Time of India
Fire guts hologram factory in Sec V, close shave for staff
1 2 3 4 Kolkata: A fire broke out at a hologram manufacturing factory in Salt Lake Sector V on Friday, scaring techies and locals alike. This incident was particularly alarming as it followed closely on the heels of a devastating blaze at a Burrabazar hotel. Friday's fire started around 2 pm at Holoflex Limited , a company specialising in security holograms for Aadhaar cards, voter cards, RuPay payment cards, and other brands, besides labels. It is located at CN Block in Sector V. There were around 100 employees at the unit when the fire broke out. A large stockpile of flammable chemicals at the unit fuelled the blaze. As many as 12 fire tenders took more than two hours to douse the blaze. Firemen confirmed that no one had to be evacuated and that there were no injuries. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata "The movement of fire tenders was slowed down because of rampant parking on the road, and we have informed the cops about the same," said Sujit Bose, the state fire minister. Bidhannagar Police Commissioner Mukesh Kumar was also on the spot. When asked about the issue of parking that had hindered fire tender movement, he said, "The majority of places where vehicles are parked are notified fee parking areas by NDITA. We will check if there are any unauthorised parking areas operating here." Company officials said the fire started in the machine room and soon spread to other units. The thick black fumes rose were visible from Chingrighata flyover and Biswa Bangla crossing. The company is yet to ascertain extent of its loss but its director, Pancham Kumar Surana,claimed to have taken fire NOC and factory licence to run the unit.
