Uncleanliness: Stop Antisocial Behavior — Why Every Citizen Must Help Maintain Drains

As the rainy season approaches, flooded streets, water-filled homes and drains clogged with waste recur in several neighborhoods. The Ministry of Hydraulics, Sanitation and Public Cleanliness has launched a nationwide drain-clearing operation, backed by an awareness campaign. The article says the work will not be enough if residents continue dumping plastic bags, bottles and household waste in streets and drainage channels. It also points to the responsibilities of the state, local authorities and sanitation services for infrastructure, regular maintenance and waste collection.