LWMC disposes of over 1.5m tons of waste in 2023

LAHORE : In a transformative year marked by groundbreaking initiatives, the Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) has unveiled its Annual Performance Report for 2023, showcasing a series of innovative measures and digitisation efforts that have elevated the organisation's impact on the city.

Under the leadership of LWMC Chief Executive Officer Babar Sahib Din, the organisation embarked on a path of modern, practical reforms aimed at enhancing the welfare of its dedicated workforce. Throughout 2023, LWMC played a pivotal role in the effective disposal of 1.5 million, 47 thousand, and 899 tons of waste, ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment for the residents of Lahore. The commitment to citizen satisfaction was evident with 59,670 citizens' problems addressed through LWMC helpline 1139. Moreover, a swift resolution was achieved for over 5,120 complaints received via social media and the Chief Minister portal reflecting the organisation's responsiveness to public concerns. Striving to combat illegal dumping, LWMC took stringent actions, issuing 9,182 challans, imposing fines amounting to Rs11.8 million and 52 thousand, and registering 777 FIRs. This robust approach was in line with the directives of Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi, who initiated a special road-washing campaign to make 79 roads dust-free. The organisation's commitment to environmental stewardship extended to widespread awareness campaigns, totaling more than 4,380, conducted in parks, markets, and residential areas. Green clubs established in schools further strengthened the focus on environmental education in collaboration with the Pak Mission Society.

LWMC also embraced cutting-edge technology, initiating the process of vehicle route optimisation and digitisation with the support of LUMS University. This initiative, leveraging artificial intelligence, resulted in significant fuel savings ranging from 150,000 to 200,000 liters per month. The year 2023 marked an impressive 52% increase in the sales of LWMC's Eco-Friendly Fertilizer Belia, showcasing a growing awareness and adoption of sustainable practices in the community. The revenue collection target was ambitiously revised to 550,000 commercial units, up from 94,000, demonstrating the organisation's commitment to financial sustainability. Undoubtedly, the welfare of workers remained at the forefront of LWMC's agenda in 2023. Over 10,000 sanitary workers were provided with social security cards while facilitation centres at all workshops offered free check-ups from in-house doctors. LWMC initiated free technical skill development courses for the children of its workforce in collaboration with the Punjab Skills Development Fund.

LWMC's dedication to capacity building extended beyond its workforce, as large-scale training and capacity building programmes were organised for workers and officers in collaboration with organisations like ILO.