The Indian Express   14.08.2012

PMC doubles fine for littering

 The PMC legal committee on Monday approved the proposal to double the penalty on those held responsibile for creating nuisance in public places.

"The penalty for those behaving irresponsible and making public place dirty was less to act as a deterrent for those doing it. Thus, the penalty should be increased and the proposal was approved," said Datta Bahirat, chairperson of legal committee.

Earlier, the PMC used to fine Rs 50 for those throwing waste or spitting in open but now it will be Rs 200. Those taking bath in the open will be fined Rs 100. Those held for open defaecation would be fined Rs 200 as against Rs 50 in the past. Those feeding animals in public places with have to pay Rs 500 fine and those washing vehicles in public place will be fined Rs 1,000. Those unable to keep their courtyards clean would be fined Rs 500, while those washing clothes in public place will have to Rs 200.