Taking a step forward this Pongal before our clash against Hyderabad FC

Pongal is here! Beautiful Kolam, delicious Pongal, friends and family come together as we bid thanks. 

Of course we celebrate. But our celebrations usually come at a price. Not for us now. But for us later. And for municipality workers the price is now. For the environment too. 

As we rid ourselves of everything old and celebrate everything new, we forget about the heaps we light up in that bonfire. On the streets. In public places. 

Plastic and non-biodegradable waste plagues the city for days to come. 

“According to the Corporation officials, the quantity of waste generated from city beaches was close to 26 tonnes this year. The civic body and the private conservancy operator reportedly collected 15.8 tonnes of waste from the Marina, and 10 tonnes from Elliot’s beach.”  – The News Minute, 2020

So while you celebrate, spare a thought for the civic workers and the environment. Be judicious. Segregate.
Here’s to new beginnings as we seek renewed energy to take on Hyderabad FC! Pongal o Pongal, makkale!