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Time of India

Garbage collection, streetlight woes dominate grievance meet

Madurai: Irregular garbage collection and non-functional LED streetlights were among the top complaints raised by residents at a public grievance meeting in Madurai west zone, chaired by mayor Indrani Ponvasanth on Tuesday. Residents from Thirunagar, represented by local association members and councillors, highlighted a decline in door-to-door garbage collection . They urged civic authorities to streamline door-to-door collection to prevent the overflow of dumper bins and dumping in waterbodies and canals. Several residents from Thiruparankundram, Baklaji Nagar, and parts of Madakulam pointed out that LED streetlights remained non-functional for more than a year in many areas, compromising public safety during the night. Zonal chairperson V Suveetha acknowledged the issue, stating that many existing 20-watt LED lights are too dim and need to be upgraded to 40-watt bulbs. She also noted that some residential extensions are yet to be fitted with LED lights altogether. Additionally, residents of Muthupatti submitted petitions regarding long-pending road repairs. They complained that roads in their area were not laid or maintained for over a year, making daily commuting difficult and hazardous. The mayor assured residents that all grievances would be forwarded to the concerned departments for immediate follow-up and action.