India, Aug. 25 -- Despite repeated assurances, Gurugram's residential societies continue to grapple with unmanaged horticulture and biomass waste, with mounting piles threatening public health, triggering frequent fires, and adding to the city's landfill burden. Residents allege that while policies exist on paper, lack of infrastructure and enforcement has left them vulnerable.

In Sector 50 and Nirvana Country's Deerwood block, residents said they have faced illegal dumping of horticultural waste for years. "Our neighbourhood is turning into a health hazard. Piles of horticultural waste are being dumped right behind our homes, attracting mosquitoes and pests. My kids are falling sick frequently, and the stench from the nearby STP has mad...