Saturday, June 16, 2007

What could more bins (in Maldives) achieve?

If we attempt to measure the cleanliness of Maldives using our neighboring countries as a yard stick, anybody would agree that cleanliness of Maldives is exceptional. But if we compare ourselves with some other countries like Singapore, we are at the bottom of the list. Yeah, I know some of you would say that we shouldn’t compare ourselves with the heavyweight’s likes of Singapore. But, why should we stop when excellence is achievable and in reach?

Maldivians are a people who naturally love cleanliness. This is apparent if we look at our islands communities. People love cleaning. I'd say we have cleanliness in our genes. If a people who have such an advantage attempts to reach the top of the cleanliness ladder, there is no doubt that the goal will be easier to achieve.

Going back to the topic, I'll try to list down what could be achieved with more bins - you are at liberty to disagree.

1. There are a lot of people like myself who are reluctant to throw rubbish on the floor. They will be happy.
2. Children will learn the good habit of using rubbish bins.
3. Less money could be spent on cleaning public places. I'm sure the government spends a fortune on cleaning places such as Villingilli.
4. Maldives would be cleaner.
5. Maldives could beat Singapore in cleanliness.

I'll try to list more as it comes to my mind.

2 comments:

rxs said...

I do not agree than Maldivians are naturally cleanliness loving, not atleast now! Throwing away something on the road is default now! picnic goers throwing the rubbish on to the picnic island is common. It is very rare to see someone looking for a place to throw away something! I am often joked at for carrying my piece of candy wrapping or something of that sort in my pocket until i can find a place to dumb it!!

i agree that there will be a change. and a slow change in behavior will also occur. There is light at the end of the tunnel u r showing ehehe!!

Muhammed Mustharshid said...

For sure they love keeping the islands clean - but there are no incentives for them to implement this love in other walks of life.