The environment watchdog in Sindh has warned clinics and hospitals in Hyderabad to dispose of hospital waste in incinerators per laid down rules and regulations. Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) Director General (DG) Waqar Hussain Phulpoto has issued a stern warning to public and private hospitals across the district for failing to dispose of medical waste in accordance with SEPA regulations. During his visit to Hyderabad, he chaired multiple meetings at the SEPA regional office with hospital administrators, kiln owners, factory operators, and municipal officials from various districts.
He directed hospitals to follow scientific protocols for medical waste disposal using incinerators and to ensure strict compliance with Hospital Waste Management Rules. Expressing displeasure during individual hearings, the DG reprimanded kiln owners for not using eco-friendly fuel and instructed them to adopt environmentally safe alternatives in line with SEPA laws.
Municipal officers of Hyderabad were also directed to ensure proper disposal of municipal waste at designated landfill sites. Violations of the SEPA Act 2014 will result in strict legal action, the DG warned.
DG also held individual hearings with owners of ice factories, various industrial units, and construction firms, emphasizing the need for full compliance with environmental regulations. Responding to public complaints, the DG ordered the sealing of an ice factory located in Thatta for non-compliance.
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