Diesel Shortage Delays Bio-Mining Operations at Mulund Dumping Ground
Diesel shortage prompts plea for extension of biomining deadline at Mulund dump
Hindustan Times
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Bio Mining India Private Limited has requested another extension for bio-mining operations at the Mulund dumping ground in Mumbai due to a severe diesel shortage linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The contractor cites operational challenges in processing the remaining 8 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste.
- 01The contractor has requested a fourth extension from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) as the previous 44-day extension is set to expire.
- 02The original deadline for bio-mining work was October 2024, with nearly 8 lakh metric tonnes of waste still unprocessed.
- 03Currently, the project requires 13,000-14,000 litres of diesel daily but can only procure 4,000-5,000 litres, limiting operational capacity.
- 04Bio-mining operations are typically conducted between October-November and May, with interruptions during the monsoon season.
- 05The BMC is reviewing the extension request and has allowed operations to continue until a decision is made.
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In Mumbai, Bio Mining India Private Limited has sought an extension from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for bio-mining operations at the Mulund dumping ground due to a critical diesel shortage linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The company, which is responsible for processing nearly 9 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste, has faced operational hurdles as it can only procure 4,000-5,000 litres of diesel daily, significantly lower than the required 13,000-14,000 litres. This is the fourth request for an extension, as the original deadline for completing the work is set for October 2024. The Mulund site, spanning 60 acres, was closed for fresh dumping in January 2018 and has accumulated about 70 lakh metric tonnes of waste. The BMC is currently reviewing the contractor's request, with operations permitted to continue until a decision is reached.
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The diesel shortage is significantly hindering waste processing operations, which could lead to prolonged environmental concerns due to unprocessed waste.
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