During Diwali, the city’s daily waste surged to a staggering 7,300 MT from the usual 6,900 MT, with festivities and firecrackers adding a hefty 600 MT each day. Between October 18–21 alone, the BMC’s solid waste department cleared an overwhelming 3,075 MT of extra garbage. Mumbai: During Diwali, the city’s daily waste surged to a staggering 7,300 MT from the usual 6,900 MT, with festivities and firecrackers adding a hefty 600 MT.