The Sindh Solid Waste Management Board (SSWMB), SITE Association of Industry (SAI), and SITE Limited have joined forces to address waste management challenges in Karachi’s industrial hub. Managing Director of SSWMB, Tariq Ali Nizamani, assured full cooperation from his department to ensure the cleanliness and greening of the SITE area.
According to a statement by SITE Association of Industry, Nizamani emphasized the importance of coordination among the parties involved in the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to achieve the initiative’s objectives. He highlighted his experience with SSWMB and expressed optimism about extending similar agreements to other industrial areas.
Nizamani mentioned the Sindh government’s Solid Waste Act of 2014 and updated attendees on Karachi’s daily waste generation. He stressed the urgency of addressing waste issues, citing a Lahore High Court directive for environmental awareness and solid waste management sessions.
SSWMB representatives pointed out challenges like garbage disposal in nullahs and resource shortages. In response, SITE Limited offered its resources and proposed fines for industries improperly disposing of waste. A quarterly schedule for nullah cleaning was also suggested.
SITE President Ahmed Azeem Alvi reiterated support for the Clean and Green SITE drive and proposed modifications to SSWMB’s billing system to allow partial payments. Chief Coordinator Saleem Parekh called for improved communication between SSWMB and SITE Limited.
Discussions also covered waste collection and disposal challenges. Emphasis was placed on lifting all types of non-hazardous waste and controlling residential waste dumping. A Coordination Committee with representatives from each organization was formed to enhance cooperation and response to complaints.