On February 11, 2026, the government split the GHMC into three separate corporations: GHMC, Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC), and Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation (MMC). While Commissioner RV Karnan remains at the helm of the core GHMC, your article needs to reflect this new administrative reality.
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GHMC Mega Sanitation Drive 2026: 4,445 Tonnes of Waste Cleared Across 300 Wards in Hyderabad
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has stepped up its cleanliness and sanitation campaigns with a sequence of high-impact campaigns, which would be in line with national plans such as the Swachh Bharat Mission. The Mega Special Sanitation Drive, a month-long operation that started on December 29, 2025, and covers 300 wards in total, is aimed at eliminating legacy waste, fixing garbage-prone spots (GVPs), and improving the overall level of urban hygiene. The campaigns have recorded impressive improvement by mid-January 2026, with thousands of tonnes of waste collected and communities engaged.
Commissioner RV Karnan has made Hyderabad a possible model of cleanliness, and he is encouraging the efforts of different departments to work together. The initiative focuses on the cleaning of roads, parks, lakes, footpaths, flyovers, and the drainage systems (nalas) into useful public areas. The accountability will be observed through daily monitoring in the form of photo reports and zonal updates, and the campaign will be closed on January 31, 2026.
Massive Waste Clearance and Abandoned Vehicle Removal
Within the first 12 days of the drive, GHMC teams cleared 3,945 tonnes of waste from long-standing dump yards. An additional 500 tonnes were removed in the following days.
Key highlights include:
- 52 abandoned vehicles towed
- Major clean-up in Mehdipatnam market areas
- Lake periphery sanitation drives
- Nala (drainage) desilting operations
- Road, park, flyover, and footpath restoration
Heavy machinery was deployed for bulk waste removal, while sanitation workers handled manual litter clearance to ensure complete ward-level coverage.
Garbage Vulnerable Points (GVPs) Transformed Into Public Spaces
One of the major achievements of the campaign has been the transformation of chronic garbage dumping spots into landscaped public areas.
Several former GVPs have now been converted into:
- Selfie points
- Beautified green patches
- Community-use spaces
Daily photo documentation and zonal progress monitoring ensure transparency and accountability.
88 Tonnes Collected in Mega E-Waste Drive
On January 12–13, 2026, GHMC conducted a city-level Mega E-Waste Collection Drive across all 300 wards.
E-Waste Drive Statistics
- 88 metric tonnes collected
- 531 collection points established
- 191 vehicles deployed
- 47 tonnes collected on Day 1
- 41 tonnes collected on Day 2
Collected items included old televisions, mobile phones, electronic appliances, and computer waste. All materials were transported to authorized recyclers.
Citizen Participation and Awareness Campaigns
Ahead of the e-waste drive, GHMC launched awareness campaigns from January 9 in collaboration with:
- Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs)
- NGOs
- Schools
Door-to-door collection services and drop-off centers encouraged household participation. Social media reels and educational content highlighted the environmental risks of improper e-waste disposal, including heavy metal contamination.
School children also took part in pledge drives promoting waste segregation and sustainable habits.
Challenges Despite Progress
Despite the campaign’s success, certain obstacles remain:
- Intermittent rainfall disrupting operations
- Recurring littering in high-density areas
- Continuous monitoring required to prevent re-dumping
However, the 100% ward coverage and landfill diversion through e-waste management mark significant progress.
What’s Next for GHMC?
As the sanitation drive approaches its January 31, 2026 conclusion, GHMC plans:
- Continued lake cleanups
- Additional abandoned vehicle removal
- Ward-level monitoring committees
- Introduction of AI-enabled smart bins
- Regular quarterly e-waste drives
Officials aim to position Hyderabad as a national model under the Swachh Bharat framework.
Residents are encouraged to practice source segregation and avoid single-use plastics to sustain long-term improvements.
