The Tunisian government has launched a comprehensive plan to eradicate illegal dumping sites in the Ben Arous region. The initiative aims to protect the environment, promote urban cleanliness, and enhance the aesthetic appeal of the area. According to Commander Makram Mansi, head of the regional municipal police brigade, the campaign involves daily operations to eliminate "black spots" and unauthorized waste deposits. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to address environmental degradation and public health concerns.
The operations are carried out in coordination with local and regional services, as well as security agencies, in accordance with directives from the Presidency of the Republic, the Ministry of Interior, and the National Security and Municipal Police. The goal is to permanently eliminate areas of degradation that harm the environment and public health. Significant resources, including financial, equipment, and material resources, are being deployed to clean up sites, remove debris, and create green spaces.
Despite the efforts, the phenomenon of illegal dumping persists in certain areas, including Ben Arous and Mnihla. To address this, municipalities are providing necessary equipment to rehabilitate these spaces. Commander Mansi emphasized that sustaining these gains requires absolute firmness in dealing with offenders who continue to litter in newly cleaned areas. The municipal police are providing logistical support to local authorities to neutralize trucks that dump waste and debris in violation of the law.
The police have identified a recurring tactic used by offenders, where truck drivers remove or mask their license plates to evade identification and prosecution. In response, security services are working closely with the Prosecutor's Office to track down and prosecute offenders. Several vehicles have been placed under surveillance and added to search lists as part of deterrence measures.
Commander Mansi praised the collaboration of the Ben Arous Prosecutor's Office and citizen involvement, which has played a crucial role in identifying offenders. He stressed that the strategy relies on daily vigilance and strict application of the law, targeting premeditated offenses that endanger road users, particularly children. The preservation of urban cleanliness and public tranquility is a shared responsibility that requires a combination of fieldwork, judicial firmness, and citizen awareness.
The campaign has resulted in several vehicles being placed under surveillance, and efforts are ongoing to identify and prosecute offenders. The authorities are urging citizens to report incidents of illegal dumping and provide documentation to support the identification of offenders. This collaborative approach aims to ensure the success of the campaign and promote a culture of environmental responsibility.
The Tunisian government remains committed to addressing environmental degradation and promoting urban cleanliness in the Ben Arous region. The ongoing campaign is part of a broader effort to enhance the quality of life for citizens and protect the environment. Key to this initiative is the cooperation between authorities, citizens, and various stakeholders to ensure a sustainable and effective solution to the problem of illegal dumping.
Key points
- The Tunisian government has launched a comprehensive plan to eradicate illegal dumping sites in the Ben Arous region.
- The campaign involves daily operations to eliminate "black spots" and unauthorized waste deposits.
- The authorities are urging citizens to report incidents of illegal dumping and provide documentation to support the identification of offenders.
