Collaborative Efforts in Tackling Plastic Waste in India
India generates an estimated 9.4 million metric tons of plastic waste annually, with only about 50% of it being collected and processed for recycling. The rest often ends up in landfills, water bodies, or is incinerated, causing severe environmental damage. Tackling this issue requires a multi-stakeholder approach involving the government, private sector, civil society, and local communities. In this blog, we will explore how collaborative efforts are helping India manage its growing plastic waste problem. The Plastic Waste Challenge in India India, like many developing countries, is grappling with the rapid increase in plastic consumption, driven by urbanization and industrial growth. Single-use plastics, packaging, and household plastic waste are among the biggest contributors to the overall plastic pollution problem. The inadequacy of formal waste management infrastructure, coupled with unregulated dumping, exacerbates this challenge. While regulations like the ban on certain ...