Working together for a clean and beautiful city.

Can Tho City is implementing various solutions that clearly demonstrate its determination to address waste management, rectify the problem of illegal dumping, and gradually restore urban order and aesthetics. However, for the journey to building a sustainable, green, clean, and beautiful city that is truly livable, the cooperation of the entire community is still essential.

A section of the April 30th road in front of the Can Tho Traditional Medicine Hospital, formerly a polluting garbage transfer point, is now clear, clean, and beautiful.

In recent times, it's easy to see the positive changes in waste management in Can Tho City. From "hot spots" causing pollution and unsightly conditions, many areas have been addressed, restoring a clean living environment for residents.

The waste transfer point in Thoi Nhut residential area (Tan An ward) was once a source of frustration for residents due to accumulated waste, foul odors, and disruption to daily life. Thanks to decisive action from authorities, the transfer point has been relocated, and the residential area is gradually becoming cleaner and more spacious. Residents have expressed their delight at the significant improvement in their living environment.

Similarly, the garbage transfer point right in front of the Can Tho Traditional Medicine Hospital (30th April Street, Tan An Ward) had long been a source of frustration for many people. The transfer point was located right in front of the hospital fence, and wastewater from garbage trucks emitted an unpleasant odor, affecting the urban landscape. Recently, this transfer point was relocated by the authorities. Ms. Nguyen Thi Tu, a vendor in the area, said: “Before, people complained a lot about the pollution in front of the hospital. The transfer point being moved and the streets being cleaner is a great thing. Everyone is happy.”

Observations show that some waste transfer points still remain on certain roads such as Nguyen Van Linh and Le Phuoc Tho. According to representatives from relevant authorities, the relocation of these waste transfer points within the city is being urgently implemented, with the goal of completion as soon as possible, although the process will inevitably face difficulties.

The city is not only addressing waste transfer points but is also cracking down on illegal dumping of garbage and scrap materials in residential areas, a long-standing problem. For example, in the An Binh resettlement area (An Binh ward), the sight of household waste dumped indiscriminately, with leachate flowing onto the streets, is common in vacant lots. In many places, garbage is piled high, including non-biodegradable and hazardous waste such as plastic bottles, glass, tires, and plastic bags. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Xuan, a resident of An Binh ward, expressed his frustration: “There’s a nice kite-flying spot in this area recently, and many people come here to play, so the piles of garbage are affecting the public space. Sometimes the garbage even spills onto the street.”

In response to this situation, the People's Procuracy of Region 1, Can Tho City, recently intervened, conducting an inspection and verification, and issued a recommendation requesting the local authorities to promptly address the issue and protect public interests in accordance with Resolution No. 205/2025/QH15 of the National Assembly . Following this recommendation, the local authorities quickly implemented measures such as increasing garbage collection and cleaning, educating residents to dispose of waste properly, and inspecting and handling violations. The streets that were "named," such as No. 13, No. 10A, and No. 25, have been restored to a clean and beautiful state. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Xuan, a resident of An Binh ward, said: "Now, the vacant land in this resettlement area has been cleared and is very spacious, and garbage is collected and processed. Everyone in this area is happy."

Managing urban waste has never been a simple matter, and it certainly cannot be solved "overnight." The efforts of all levels and sectors of the city are clear: listening to feedback, acting promptly, and providing appropriate solutions in the spirit of improving the quality of life for citizens and the urban landscape.

However, the main problem still lies in community awareness. In many residential areas, any vacant plot of land quickly becomes an impromptu dumping ground. Garbage is thrown indiscriminately, in the wrong place, in the wrong way, and at the wrong time. Sorting and processing waste at the source is still not given enough attention. These seemingly minor actions contribute to major consequences for the environment and urban aesthetics.

Building a clean and beautiful city is not the responsibility of any one person alone. It is a shared responsibility of the relevant authorities and also of each individual who lives, works, and benefits from the quality of the environment in their own neighborhood.

Small actions like disposing of waste properly, sorting waste correctly, and adhering to collection schedules, if implemented consistently, will create a big change. With raised awareness and the efforts of the government, a green, clean, and beautiful Can Tho city will become clearly defined.

Text and photos: DUY KHÔI

Source: https://baocantho.com.vn/chung-tay-vi-thanh-pho-sach-dep-a203366.html