In the Chennai Municipal Corporation area, independent houses that fail to sort waste properly will face a fine of Rs. 1,000, while apartments will incur a fine of Rs. 5,000. If litter is disposed of in public places, a fine of Rs. 5,000 will be applied; if waste is thrown into water bodies, the fine will also be Rs. 5,000. Businesses that do not sort waste properly will be fined Rs. 5,000. Shops without waste bins will face a penalty of Rs. 1,000. After public events,those who do not clear waste will be fined Rs. 5,000. This penalty system will come into effect immediately, according to the municipal administration.

The Chennai Municipal Corporation is taking a tough stance on waste management. New regulations aim to improve waste sorting and disposal practices by imposing significant fines for violations.

Here's a breakdown of the penalties:

• Homes: Independent houses failing to segregate waste properly will be fined ₹1,000 (around $12 USD). Apartments face a steeper penalty of ₹5,000 (around $60 USD).
• Public Places : Littering or dumping waste in public areas will incur a ₹5,000 (around $60 USD) fine. The same penalty applies to those who dispose of waste in water bodies.
• Businesses : Businesses that neglect proper waste segregation will be fined ₹5,000 (around $60 USD). Shops lacking designated waste bins will face a ₹1,000 (around $12 USD) penalty.
• Events : Organizers of events who fail to ensure proper waste disposal after the event will be slapped with a ₹5,000 (around $60 USD) fine.

These hefty fines are intended to deter improper waste disposal and encourage responsible waste management practices throughout Chennai. The new regulations are effective immediately.