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IN PHOTOS: BMC chief inspects Kanjurmarg solid waste facility after foul smell complaints

Updated On: 13 May, 2026 01:31 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

To review measures aimed at preventing foul odour from the municipal solid waste management facility in Kanjurmarg, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Ashwini Bhide conducted a surprise inspection at the site early on Wednesday, according to the BMC. (Pics/BMC)

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The civic body said Bhide spent nearly one-and-a-half hours inspecting various operations at the facility and reviewing solid waste management processes. PICS/ BMC
The civic body said Bhide spent nearly one-and-a-half hours inspecting various operations at the facility and reviewing solid waste management processes. PICS/ BMC
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The BMC chief also directed officials to improve operational efficiency and strengthen mitigation measures where required

The BMC chief also directed officials to improve operational efficiency and strengthen mitigation measures where required

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The chief inspected the waste segregation centre, composting unit, waste-to-energy plant, and the bio-reactor landfill site during the visit

The chief inspected the waste segregation centre, composting unit, waste-to-energy plant, and the bio-reactor landfill site during the visit

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The BMC said bio-enzyme-based liquid is being sprayed on waste at the site to minimise foul smell and reduce inconvenience to residents living nearby

The BMC said bio-enzyme-based liquid is being sprayed on waste at the site to minimise foul smell and reduce inconvenience to residents living nearby

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 In addition, fragrance-based solutions are being sprayed through a misting system installed around the waste receiving area. The civic body stated that 11 misting cannon systems are currently operational at the project site for odour control

 In addition, fragrance-based solutions are being sprayed through a misting system installed around the waste receiving area. The civic body stated that 11 misting cannon systems are currently operational at the project site for odour control

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According to the BMC, the Kanjurmarg municipal solid waste management project is spread across 118.14 hectares, or nearly 292 acres

According to the BMC, the Kanjurmarg municipal solid waste management project is spread across 118.14 hectares, or nearly 292 acres

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The civic body said around 5,200 metric tonnes of municipal solid waste are processed daily through bio-reactor technology, while another 1,000 metric tonnes are treated using composting technology.

The civic body said around 5,200 metric tonnes of municipal solid waste are processed daily through bio-reactor technology, while another 1,000 metric tonnes are treated using composting technology.

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