Chairperson of Wokha Town Council (WTC), Myingthungo Kikon on Monday highlighted that lack of awareness in waste segregation continues to hinder effective waste collection and disposal.

Addressing a press conference, he said despite repeated instructions on proper disposal practices, the community still falls short in segregating dry, wet, sanitary, and e-waste at source. He informed that as per a Supreme Court directive, the Town Council will no longer collect improperly segregated waste, urging citizens to comply with the order.

Earlier, WTC held a stakeholders’ meeting with business unions and scrap dealers to discuss waste management.

Kikon explained that dry waste and e-waste should be handed over to scrap pickers, while wet waste can be composted for kitchen gardens. The Council will focus on collecting sanitary waste, scheduled every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and urged residents to deposit segregated waste at designated points on time, he informed.

Deputy Chairperson, Nzano P Kikon cautioned against indiscriminate dumping of waste in drains, streams, and rivers, which she said blocks drainage, damages roads, and poses health risks. She further warned against improper disposal of animal carcasses in public spaces, stating that violators would face strict action.

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Mhao Ngullie, WTC member also addressed concerns over suspected swine flu cases in pigs. Officials informed that import of new pig consignments into the district has been suspended until further notice, while samples have been sent for testing. Ngullie informed that existing stocks will undergo inspection by the Department of Animal Husbandry to ensure safe consumption.

WTC assured that it would adopt the best possible measures to improve waste management and appealed to the community to act responsibly in keeping the town clean and healthy.