Bengaluru’s civic authorities have launched an unusual campaign to curb littering by dumping garbage outside the homes of those who repeatedly flout waste disposal rules. The move, led by Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) and the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), aims to publicly hold offenders accountable and discourage careless dumping.

So far, nearly 200 households have faced this form of action. Officials claim the drive has significantly reduced the city’s “black spots” — areas notorious for garbage piles — from 869 to about 150.

While some residents support the measure, others say it’s unfair and reflects deeper issues in the city’s waste management system.

“This is a good move. People have finally realised the civic body means business,” said Ramesh Kumar from Ban

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