Mumbai: Mumbai’s pet owners now have a practical solution for disposing of pet waste, thanks to a new service from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Starting May 3, 2025, the BMC will expand its Household Sanitary and Special Care Waste Collection Service to include pet excreta, helping keep footpaths and gardens cleaner across the city.
This service, which currently covers sanitary pads, diapers, expired medicines, and other household sanitary waste, was launched on April 22, 2025, to improve waste management at the household level. By May 2, it had already seen 307 registrations — including 148 housing societies, 135 beauty parlors, 17 educational institutions, and 7 women’s hostels.
In another major step, the BMC will also roll out a separate e-waste collection service from May 5, 2025. Residents will need to register to schedule doorstep pickup for items like old electronics.
Deputy Commissioner (Solid Waste Management) Kiran Dighavkar highlighted the scale of the challenge, noting that Mumbai generates 7 to 8 million tons of solid waste every day. The addition of pet waste collection comes in response to growing public demand and feedback.
To register for these services, residents can use online links or scan QR codes available at various locations and on BMC’s social media platforms.
With these new services, the BMC is aiming to make Mumbai’s neighborhoods cleaner, greener, and more responsible.
