Illegal waste dumping costs FDC MVR 13.4 million

Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation (FDC) has spent MVR 13.4 million clearing waste dumped in the common areas of its housing estates, the corporation has announced.

The disclosure comes amid continued complaints over rubbish being discarded in shared spaces at FDC flats, with residents raising concerns about public health and sanitation.

According to information released by FDC on social media, around five tonnes of waste were removed from common areas between October last year and June this year.

The corporation said three tonnes of waste were cleared between October 2025 and March 2026, while a further 1.8 tonnes were removed between April and June 2026.

FDC said the cost of waste clearance and disposal exceeded MVR 13 million during the period.

The expenditure included:

According to FDC, the high cost was driven by the continued illegal disposal of waste in common areas.

The corporation said improper waste disposal places a financial burden on both FDC and the state, as resources must be allocated to repeatedly clear public spaces.

FDC called on residents to dispose of waste responsibly to reduce clean-up costs and maintain shared areas.

The corporation has previously stated that it takes enforcement action, including issuing fines, against individuals found dumping waste illegally.

FDC also noted that cardboard packaging and other waste left behind by residents moving into the housing estates have accumulated on several vacant plots in the area.