Residents near the Kanjurmarg landfill in Mumbai are suffering from severe health issues due to toxic odors and methane emissions from the site. The Bombay High Court has ordered the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to monitor pollution levels, while residents continue to seek permanent solutions to this ongoing crisis affecting their quality of life.

• 01The Kanjurmarg landfill, operational since 2011, processes approximately 6,200 tonnes of waste daily and is ranked 12th globally for methane emissions, releasing 4.9 tonnes per hour.
• 02Residents have reported a significant increase in respiratory illnesses, with doctors linking these health issues to emissions from the landfill.
• 03Protests and legal actions against the landfill date back to 2012, with residents demanding better management and eventual closure of the site.
• 04The Bombay High Court has mandated the BMC to submit a detailed report on odor and pollution levels, particularly during the early morning hours.
• 05Environmental experts suggest that odor management requires improved waste segregation and treatment processes before waste reaches the landfill.

Residents are experiencing health issues due to toxic emissions, which may lead to increased healthcare costs and reduced quality of life.