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Bhopal readies for 2027 Swachh Survekshan despite waste‑segregation hurdles
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 06:46 PM
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After missing national awards in the 2025‑26 Swachh Survekshan, Bhopal Municipal Corporation has begun gearing up for the 2027 survey, but separating wet and dry waste remains a major obstacle.
The Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced on Monday that it has launched its preparation plan for the Swachh Survekshan 2027, following its exclusion from the national award list in the 2025‑26 edition. Officials said the new roadmap focuses on upgrading collection vehicles, expanding door‑to‑door segregation drives, and strengthening monitoring mechanisms.
Despite the renewed push, BMC officials acknowledge that separating wet (organic) and dry (recyclable) waste continues to be a bottleneck. Existing segregation bins are insufficient in number, and many residential colonies lack clear guidance on proper disposal, leading to mixed waste streams that hinder efficient processing.
The corporation plans to conduct awareness campaigns in schools and local communities, introduce colour‑coded bins in high‑density areas, and partner with private recyclers to improve the dry‑waste market. However, budget constraints and limited manpower may slow implementation, prompting the BMC to seek additional state funding.
If the municipality can overcome these operational challenges, it hopes to improve its ranking in the upcoming survey and regain a place among the top-performing cities in the national cleanliness drive.
Despite the renewed push, BMC officials acknowledge that separating wet (organic) and dry (recyclable) waste continues to be a bottleneck. Existing segregation bins are insufficient in number, and many residential colonies lack clear guidance on proper disposal, leading to mixed waste streams that hinder efficient processing.
The corporation plans to conduct awareness campaigns in schools and local communities, introduce colour‑coded bins in high‑density areas, and partner with private recyclers to improve the dry‑waste market. However, budget constraints and limited manpower may slow implementation, prompting the BMC to seek additional state funding.
If the municipality can overcome these operational challenges, it hopes to improve its ranking in the upcoming survey and regain a place among the top-performing cities in the national cleanliness drive.