The Capital Development Authority (CDA) recently made an important decision to outsource the waste management system in both rural and urban areas of Islamabad. This move is expected to enhance the standard of sanitation services and bring uniformity to the system.

 

To achieve this objective, separate plans will be developed for rural and urban areas under the outsourcing contract. The CDA has already invited tenders to hire a consultant who will provide valuable insights into the outsourcing process. The consultant will act as a third party and will help to ensure a fair and transparent outsourcing process.

 

In urban areas, cleaning machinery will be used by the CDA, while the contractors will provide the necessary staff. This approach will help to ensure that the cleaning process is carried out in a timely and efficient manner. Meanwhile, in rural areas, the complete sanitation system and machinery will be managed by the contractors. This will enable the contractors to handle waste collection and disposal in a more streamlined manner.

 

The contractors will also be responsible for collecting waste from the city and transporting it to the dumping site. This will help to reduce the burden on the CDA and will allow the contractors to manage the waste disposal process more efficiently.

 

It is important to note that the outsourcing work is still in its initial stages. The Director Sanitation, Malik Attaullah, has confirmed that the CDA's cleaning staff will be involved in the outsourcing process. This will help to create job opportunities for the local population and ensure that the outsourcing process is carried out in a responsible and sustainable manner.

 

In conclusion, the decision to outsource the waste management system in Islamabad is a step in the right direction. It is expected to bring about significant improvements in the standard of sanitation services and help to create job opportunities for the local population. The involvement of a third-party consultant will ensure a fair and transparent outsourcing process, while the use of cleaning machinery and contractors will help to streamline the waste disposal process. It is hoped that this initiative will serve as a model for other cities in the country and contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment for all.