Wokha Town Council enforces strict waste segregation rules and suspends pig imports amid suspected African Swine Fever cases.
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WOKHA — The Wokha Town Council (WTC) on Monday warned residents against improper waste disposal amid growing concerns over solid waste management and announced a suspension on the import of pigs into the district following suspected African Swine Fever (ASF) cases.
Speaking at a press conference at the office of WTC, Chairperson Myingthungo Kikon highlighted that a lack of awareness in waste segregation continues to hinder effective waste collection and disposal.
Despite repeated instructions on proper disposal practices, he said the community still falls short in segregating dry, wet, sanitary, and e-waste at source. He informed that, as per a Supreme Court directive dated February 19, 2026, the town council will no longer collect improperly segregated waste, urging citizens to comply with the order or face fines and penalties.
Earlier, the WTC held a stakeholders’ meeting with business unions and scrap dealers to discuss waste management. Kikon explained that dry waste and e-waste should be handed over to scrap pickers, while wet waste can be composted for kitchen gardens.
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The council will focus on collecting sanitary waste, scheduled every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and urged residents to deposit segregated waste at designated points on time.
Deputy Chairperson Nzano P Kikon cautioned against the indiscriminate dumping of waste in drains, streams, and rivers, which she said blocks drainage, damages roads, and poses health risks. She further warned against the improper disposal of animal carcasses in public spaces, stating that violators would face strict action.
WTC member Mhao Ngullie addressed concerns over suspected ASF cases in pigs. Officials informed that the import of new pig consignments into the district has been suspended until further notice, while samples have been sent for testing.
Ngullie informed that existing stocks will undergo inspection by the Department of Animal Husbandry to ensure safe consumption.
The WTC assured that it would adopt the best possible measures to improve waste management and appealed to the community to act responsibly in keeping the town clean and healthy.