Biomedical Waste Found Dumped Openly in Ludhiana's Model Town Raises Health Concerns
In Ludhiana's Model Town, heaps of biomedical waste including used syringes, blood-stained gloves, and medicine vials were found dumped openly near Mint Gumri Chowk, raising public health and environmental concerns. Social activist Arvind Sharma reported the issue to the Civil Surgeon and Punjab Pollution Control Board, urging immediate removal and investigation to identify the source. Residents and experts warn that improper disposal risks infection spread and violates biomedical waste management regulations.