The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a public notice requiring large residential complexes in Mumbai to manage their own waste or face penalties. This regulation targets Bulk Waste Generators (BWG) with a floor area exceeding 20,000 square meters, consuming 40,000 liters of water, or producing 100 kilograms of waste daily. The directive aligns with the Supreme Court's Solid Waste Management (SWM) rules, which will be enforced starting June 1, 2026. Approximately 4,860 societies fall under this mandate, and they must register with the BMC within 15 days. If societies lack space for waste processing, they can pay a user fee for BMC assistance. The BMC currently spends ₹812 (approximately $9.80 USD) to process one ton of garbage, and the user fee will likely reflect this cost. Societies must also segregate waste into four categories: wet, dry, sanitary, and special care waste. The BMC plans to train 350 supervisors to ensure compliance and conduct awareness campaigns on waste segregation. Concerns have been raised by residents, particularly regarding space limitations for processing waste.