By Zaki MS
BATU GAJAH – A total of 4.55 tonnes of bulky waste was successfully collected through a free waste collection operation organised by the Batu Gajah District Council (MDBG) in conjunction with Deepavali 2026.
The operation involved 85 residential properties whose occupants had submitted applications for the bulky waste collection service.
Items collected included old furniture, mattresses, cardboard boxes and various other unwanted household items.
The initiative is part of MDBG’s efforts to strengthen its Zero Illegal Dumping Sites Mission to ensure a clean and healthy living environment for the community.
The free bulky waste collection programme has been consistently organised during major festive seasons since its introduction in 2017.
The programme also aims to curb illegal dumping activities, particularly in public areas and unauthorised locations.
MDBG reminded residents to make full use of the service by submitting collection requests instead of disposing of unwanted items indiscriminately.
The public is also encouraged to continue cooperating with the local authority to ensure more systematic solid waste management.
The initiative reflects MDBG’s continued commitment to improving urban cleanliness and fostering environmental awareness among the community.
MDBG also expressed its appreciation to all residents for their cooperation and discipline throughout this year’s Deepavali bulky waste collection operation.
