PNB Branch Fined Rs.13,500 in Chandigarh for Dumping Waste Outside Bank

The Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (MC) has taken strong action against Punjab National Bank’s Sector 17 branch, imposing a fine of ₹13,500 after a pile of garbage was found near the bank. The shocking part — the garbage included clearly identifiable documents related to the bank, carelessly thrown out in the open.

According to MC officials, the incident took place on July 2, 2025, during a regular inspection in Sector 17-B. When MC teams reached the area near PNB, they saw a large heap of waste dumped outside. Upon checking the garbage closely, they discovered slips and papers with the bank’s name and details, confirming that the waste came from PNB’s premises.

Officials mentioned that this wasn’t the first complaint against the PNB branch. In the past too, the bank was found dumping its waste openly instead of handing it over to the designated garbage collectors. Despite being warned earlier, the bank continued with the same behaviour, which led the civic body to issue a formal challan under the Solid Waste Management Rules.

Amit Kumar, the Municipal Commissioner of Chandigarh, issued a strong warning to all commercial, institutional establishments, and residents. He said that anyone found littering or violating cleanliness norms in public areas would face strict action. He added that the fine imposed on PNB shows the MC’s commitment to maintaining cleanliness across the city.

Kumar urged citizens and organisations to act responsibly and support the civic body’s ongoing efforts to make Chandigarh cleaner and greener.

Over 5,200 Fines for Littering in Just 4 Months

The MC revealed that from January 1 to April 31, 2025, over 5,200 challans (fines) were issued for littering and improper waste management. That’s around 1,200 challans per month, showing that the MC is actively enforcing cleanliness rules in all parts of the city — whether it’s residential colonies, shops, or office areas.

Officials said that, like in the PNB case, they often inspect garbage carefully to trace who dumped it. This method has become a powerful tool to hold violators accountable.