Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation (FDC) has spent MVR 13.5 million clearing rubbish from public areas around the Fahi Flats in Hulhumale' Phase 2 over the past eight months.

The corporation published the figures on social media on Sunday, detailing the cost of waste collection between October and June.

According to FDC, the expenditure was as follows:

Residents began moving into the Fahi Flats in September last year. Since then, the illegal dumping of waste in public areas has become an increasing problem.

Mihaaru on Instagram: "Garbage continues to pile up in the Fahi Flats area of Hulhumale Phase 2. A massive heap of waste—mostly cardboard boxes and discarded furniture—has accumulated in the open space right in front of Towers Dhoadhi 10 and 11. Despite warnings from authorities against littering in public spaces, the lack of strict enforcement has turned illegal dumping into a major issue. 📹: Ahmed Azaan | Mihaaru"

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FDC said it collected 5,040 tonnes of rubbish from public spaces around the housing complex during the October-June period.

"One tonne is equivalent to about 133 bags of rubbish," the corporation said.

FDC attributed the high cost of waste management to the continued dumping of rubbish in public places, adding that spending on cleaning and maintenance has risen significantly, placing an additional burden on both the corporation and the state budget.

The corporation urged residents to dispose of waste responsibly to reduce unnecessary costs and help create a cleaner living environment.

Public areas around the Fahi Flats, particularly vacant land in front of Dhoadhi Towers 10 and 11, have frequently been strewn with rubbish, including large quantities of cardboard, discarded furniture and other waste.

Although authorities have repeatedly warned residents against dumping rubbish in public areas, illegal waste disposal remains a persistent problem in Hulhumale' due to a lack of effective enforcement.