APPCB chairman directs Nellore civic staff to remove debris from Penna River

APPCB chairman Dr. P. Krishnaiah inspecting the surroundings of Allipuram dumping site in Nellore on Tuesday.

Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB) chairman Dr. P. Krishnaiah directed officials of the Nellore Municipal Corporation (NMC) to immediately remove the debris dumped into the Penna River, ensure its proper management, identify those responsible for illegal dumping, and initiate action against them.

During his visit to Nellore on Tuesday (November 10, 2026), he emphasised on scientific management of solid waste and maintaining pollution-free surroundings of the dumping yard at Allipuram as well as the river. He reviewed the solid waste management practices and sanitation conditions.

Expressing dissatisfaction over the large accumulation of solid waste, unhygienic conditions, and stagnation of water at the dumping site, the APPCB chairman directed the municipal officials to immediately remove the accumulated waste and ensure complete cleanliness of the premises.

He noticed the illegal dumping of Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste in the riverbed. He instructed the NMC staff to prevent the obstruction of the natural flow of the river that would adversely affect the environment.

Mr. Krishnaiah instructed the River Conservator and Irrigation Department officials to immediately conduct field-level inspections within their respective jurisdictions and take necessary measures to prevent illegal dumping of C&D waste in the riverbed.

He further stressed the need for stringent monitoring to prevent the illegal dumping of solid waste, plastic waste and C&D waste in and around the Penna River in future. He directed the municipal authorities to install warning boards at prohibited locations.