Government Policies Supporting Organic Waste Management in India
Table of Contents Introduction Why Organic Waste Management is Important in India Solid Waste Management Rules 2016 Swachh Bharat Mission and Waste Management Smart Cities Mission and Sustainable Waste Solutions AMRUT Mission and Urban Sanitation Role of Technology in Organic Waste Management How Green Planet Solution Supports Government Initiatives Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQs) Government Policies Supporting Organic Waste Management in India Introduction India generates millions of tons of waste every day, and a large portion of it is organic or wet waste such as food leftovers, vegetable peels, garden waste, and biodegradable materials. If this waste is not managed properly, it ends up in landfills, causing environmental pollution, foul smell, and greenhouse gas emissions. To address this growing challenge, the Government of India has introduced several policies and programs that focus on sustainable waste management and org...