Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 20: Bari Brahmana and Sunderbani towns have been declared as ODF+ by respective Municipal Committees after seeking public objections and feedback from the local residents as per the guidelines issued by Swachh Bharat Mission, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
“Feedback and objections received were taken under consideration and all necessary improvements were made on the ground. Thus, Municipal Committee Vijaypur declares itself as an ODF+ town” the MCs said through handouts.
“Open defecation, open urination, and unauthorized dumping of sewage in open areas, drains and water bodies are a punishable offence. It is hereby declared that a penalty of Rs 200 for open defecation, Rs 100 for open urination and Rs 500 for unauthorized dumping of sewage in open areas, drains and water bodies shall be imposed in case of any violation” it stated.