Over 7,000 Metric Tonnes of Waste Cleared from Haridwar Ganga Ghats in 24 Hour Sanitation Drive After Kanwar Yatra

Following the conclusion of the Kanwar Yatra, Haridwar administration deployed over 1,000 workers and 89 large trucks to clear 7,000 metric tonnes of garbage left behind along the Ganga riverbanks.

Following the conclusion of the annual Kanwar Yatra, the holy city of Haridwar in Uttarakhand witnessed massive piles of garbage left behind along the banks of the Ganga river. While millions of pilgrims retrieved sacred Ganga water and departed for their homes, they left behind immense quantities of discarded clothing, footwear, polyethene bags, torn luggage, and decaying food items across the riverfront. To restore cleanliness to the revered site, the local municipal administration launched a massive round the clock sanitation drive.

Accumulation of 7,000 Metric Tonnes of Garbage and Deployment of Workforce
Immediately after the pilgrimage ended, the riverbanks presented a severe sanitation challenge, with decaying organic waste and wet clothes creating foul odors across the area. Officials estimated the total accumulated waste at 7,000 metric tonnes. To address this crisis, more than 1,000 sanitation workers were deployed, working continuously through the night to clear the riverfront.

 

Removal of Waste Using Heavy Machinery and 89 Large Trucks
Due to the sheer volume of trash scattered across the banks, heavy mechanical equipment was deployed for collection. Over 89 large trucks were utilized to transport the gathered garbage out of Haridwar city. According to official statements, more than 48 million pilgrims visited Haridwar during this season, creating significant operational strain. Although the administration conducted nightly cleaning operations throughout the event to clear daily waste, the volume spiked sharply toward the end.

Disruption During Final Two Days and 95 Percent Clearance Achieved
The accumulation intensified during the final two days of the pilgrimage due to a massive influx of devotees carrying Dak Kanwar. The overwhelming crowd density prevented sanitation teams from carrying out regular cleaning operations during those final 48 hours, leading to the rapid accumulation of the 7,000 metric tonnes of waste. Chief Municipal Commissioner Nandar Kumar stated that cleanup operations achieved 95 percent completion across key sites, including Subhash Ghat, Nai Ghat, Alaknanda Ghat, and Vishnu Ghat.

Ganga Aarti Resumed Following Cleanup Drive
Following the successful sanitation operation, the traditional Ganga Aarti ceremony was conducted with full ceremonial fervor. Attendees praised the rapid response of the municipal workers while emphasizing that visiting pilgrims must exercise greater personal responsibility regarding public cleanliness. The pilgrimage period also saw a tragic incident earlier when 4 Kanwariyas hailing from Chandigarh drowned in the Gangnahar canal while attempting to rescue a fellow pilgrim. Separately, SDRF personnel successfully rescued a drowning individual from the Ganga river in Haridwar.

What this means for you
• Across India: Highlights the critical importance of environmental awareness and civic responsibility during large scale religious pilgrimages.
• In Haridwar / Uttarakhand: The 95 percent restoration of the Ganga ghats provides relief to local residents and visiting devotees from foul odors and accumulation of waste.

Questions & Answers

1. How much garbage was collected from the Ganga ghats in Haridwar after the Kanwar Yatra?
Approximately 7,000 metric tonnes of waste was accumulated and collected from the Ganga riverbanks post pilgrimage.

2. How many sanitation workers and vehicles were deployed for the cleanup?
Over 1,000 workers were deployed along with heavy machinery and more than 89 large trucks to clear the accumulated trash.

3. How many pilgrims visited Haridwar during this Kanwar Yatra?
According to official figures, over 48 million pilgrims visited Haridwar during the event.

4. Which major ghats have achieved 95 percent cleanliness status?
Chief Municipal Commissioner Nandar Kumar stated that Subhash Ghat, Nai Ghat, Alaknanda Ghat, and Vishnu Ghat have been 95 percent cleaned.

5. Why were sanitation operations disrupted during the final two days?
Sanitation operations were halted during the last two days due to the extreme rush of pilgrims arriving with Dak Kanwar.

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