MOHALI, Oct. 1 -- Despite directions from the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) to clear an open dumping site in Sector 70, municipal waste, plastic waste, debris and cow dung continue to concern residents living near the open land opposite Mann Complex.

The PPCB, in its letter dated July 24, directed the Mohali municipal corporation (MC) to clear the site and ensure the waste is regularly transferred to the main dumping site. The direction followed a complaint dated June 9. The PPCB inspected the site on July 10 and found a large quantity of unsegregated solid waste and cow dung dumped there.

However, residents said the situation remains unchanged despite the inspection and directions.

They questioned how long the site has been us...