Legal Provisions
⚖️ Waste Management Laws and Regulations
Kerala Panchayat Raj Act & Kerala Municipality Act
The following table provides details of waste management provisions under the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act and Kerala Municipality Act, along with the penalties and enforcement measures applicable for violations.
| Section (Panchayat / Municipality) | Details of Offence | Procedure | Fine / Punishment | Authority Imposing Penalty | Action if Fine is Not Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 219N / 340 | Dumping or littering waste in public or private places | Spot Fine | Up to ₹5,000 | Secretary / Authorised Officer | Prosecution |
| 219A / 335 | Failure of shops and commercial establishments to maintain cleanliness in their premises | Spot Fine / Imposition of fine after hearing the accused | Up to ₹5,000 | Secretary / Authorised Officer | Prosecution |
| 219AC / 326C | Failure to segregate waste and hand it over separately | Imposition of fine after hearing the accused | ₹1,000 to ₹10,000 | Secretary | Revenue Recovery |
| 219AD / 326D | Failure to pay the prescribed user fee | Imposition of fine after hearing the person; services may be denied | 50% of the monthly user fee | Secretary | Revenue Recovery |
| 219B / 327 | Failure to properly store and dispose of solid waste | Imposition of fine after hearing the accused | ₹1,000 to ₹10,000 | Secretary | Revenue Recovery |
| 219K / 337 | Discharging used water into public places or water bodies | Closure or removal of the pipe or channel through which wastewater is discharged | ₹5,000 to ₹50,000 | Secretary | Revenue Recovery |
| 219H / 334 | Failure to remove waste from premises other than residential premises | Prosecution | Up to ₹10,000 | Judicial First Class Magistrate | – |
| 219A / 334A | Failure of Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs) to manage waste at source | Prosecution; cancellation of licence, building number and permit | Imprisonment for 6 months to 1 year or fine | Judicial First Class Magistrate | – |
⚠️ Important Notice:
Proper waste management is the responsibility of every citizen and establishment. Appropriate legal action will be initiated against violations in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
Proper waste management is the responsibility of every citizen and establishment. Appropriate legal action will be initiated against violations in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
