Hubli: Bangalore and Mysore Recognized for the use of effective methods in the disposal and management of solid waste, as per the ‘Waste-Wise Cities’ study conducted by NITI Aayog, And this Science and Environment Center, New Delhi. While Bengaluru has led the way in the employment of Internet and communication technology (ICT) for effective solid waste management, the report highlights Mysore’s pioneering methods in dealing with biodegradable solid waste.
The 244-page report is a compilation of in-depth reviews of the tools and methods used to manage waste in 28 cities across 15 states in the country. Bengaluru has been identified as one of the five cities where work is underway to improve efficiency in waste processing.
Bengaluru tops the charts in terms of harnessing technological innovation to tackle the growing problem of waste management. With a population of over 1.3 crore, it has secured the first position in this category, followed by Leh, Vijayawada, Keonjhar and Kakinada. Report points to outreach initiatives taken in Bengaluru Hasiru Dal, an organization that specializes in providing services in waste management. “Hasiru Dala contacted the rag pickers and persuaded them to be part of a pilot project in selected areas of Kadma, which includes ECC flats, farms and a part of Kadma Market. Around 50 rag pickers were given door-to-door access to the rag pickers. Was trained in two-door collection, and segregation of waste. They were rebranded as social entrepreneurs, and based on their performance, vendors were promoted. The project was later extended to other areas. was expanded, and over 200 rag pickers have now become vendors,” the report said.
Among other ICT tools, the civic agencies of Bengaluru are using a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-based attendance system, geo-tagging of collection routes and a mobile-based application to identify areas vulnerable to indiscriminate dumping of waste. uses. As a result, these devices have helped Bengaluru expand door-to-door collection service across the city. “Bengaluru generates around 6,100 tonnes of waste every day. Technological innovation has transformed the city’s waste management system, which is now transparent and easily monitored. Controversies between officials of civic bodies and contractors, which are being carried out in large cities urban local bodies are now a thing of the past in Bengaluru,” the report said.
‘Zero-waste management’ plants have been set up in each zone Mysuru Municipal Corporation (MCC) was proved to be a ‘game changer’, the report said. These plants receive segregated bio-degradable waste from five wards on an average. “MCC has emerged as a leader in the processing of biodegradable waste, which is converted into compost. The manure is packaged and sold to farmers in nearby villages and the Horticulture Department. Composting unit on the outskirts of Mysuru city 200 tonnes of waste per day, while the non-biodegradable waste is sent to any of the 43 collection centers in the city.”
The 244-page report is a compilation of in-depth reviews of the tools and methods used to manage waste in 28 cities across 15 states in the country. Bengaluru has been identified as one of the five cities where work is underway to improve efficiency in waste processing.
Bengaluru tops the charts in terms of harnessing technological innovation to tackle the growing problem of waste management. With a population of over 1.3 crore, it has secured the first position in this category, followed by Leh, Vijayawada, Keonjhar and Kakinada. Report points to outreach initiatives taken in Bengaluru Hasiru Dal, an organization that specializes in providing services in waste management. “Hasiru Dala contacted the rag pickers and persuaded them to be part of a pilot project in selected areas of Kadma, which includes ECC flats, farms and a part of Kadma Market. Around 50 rag pickers were given door-to-door access to the rag pickers. Was trained in two-door collection, and segregation of waste. They were rebranded as social entrepreneurs, and based on their performance, vendors were promoted. The project was later extended to other areas. was expanded, and over 200 rag pickers have now become vendors,” the report said.
Among other ICT tools, the civic agencies of Bengaluru are using a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-based attendance system, geo-tagging of collection routes and a mobile-based application to identify areas vulnerable to indiscriminate dumping of waste. uses. As a result, these devices have helped Bengaluru expand door-to-door collection service across the city. “Bengaluru generates around 6,100 tonnes of waste every day. Technological innovation has transformed the city’s waste management system, which is now transparent and easily monitored. Controversies between officials of civic bodies and contractors, which are being carried out in large cities urban local bodies are now a thing of the past in Bengaluru,” the report said.
‘Zero-waste management’ plants have been set up in each zone Mysuru Municipal Corporation (MCC) was proved to be a ‘game changer’, the report said. These plants receive segregated bio-degradable waste from five wards on an average. “MCC has emerged as a leader in the processing of biodegradable waste, which is converted into compost. The manure is packaged and sold to farmers in nearby villages and the Horticulture Department. Composting unit on the outskirts of Mysuru city 200 tonnes of waste per day, while the non-biodegradable waste is sent to any of the 43 collection centers in the city.”
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