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‘Garbage-Free Cities’
11/13/2024 9:58:23 PM
The Swachh Bharat Mission Urban (SBM-U) 2.0 stands as one of India’s most ambitious initiatives in addressing urban cleanliness and sustainable waste management.
Launched with the goal of scientifically managing waste and achieving “garbage-free” status for all cities, SBM-U 2.0 represents a crucial step in building environmentally conscious urban centers. As urbanization grows rapidly in India, the program seeks to transform how cities manage their waste, creating a sustainable framework that prioritizes public health, cleanliness, and environmental sustainability.
Waste management remains one of the greatest challenges faced by urban India, with cities generating over 62 million tons of municipal solid waste annually, much of which ends up in landfills due to inefficient waste disposal methods. This accumulation not only diminishes the quality of urban life but also has severe repercussions on the environment, contributing to land and water pollution, harmful greenhouse gas emissions, and increasing the risk of diseases. SBM-U 2.0, through its emphasis on scientific waste management practices, aims to establish robust infrastructure for waste segregation, collection, processing, and disposal. This transition toward scientific disposal will not only reduce the waste burden on landfills but also enable resource recovery through recycling and energy generation, turning waste from a problem into an asset.
A defining aspect of SBM-U 2.0 is its emphasis on source segregation, where waste is sorted into categories such as organic, recyclable, and hazardous at the household level. This segregation is essential as it makes recycling easier, reduces the volume of waste, and facilitates the safe disposal of hazardous materials. With systematic efforts toward household-level awareness and community involvement, cities can adopt a culture of responsible waste management, leading to a more efficient and sustainable waste disposal system.
Another pivotal goal of SBM-U 2.0 is to achieve garbage-free status across cities. The ‘Garbage-Free Cities’ star rating, a part of SBM-U 2.0, incentivizes municipalities to actively work toward cleanliness and sustainability. This rating is based on indicators such as cleanliness of public spaces, waste segregation, and waste processing capabilities. The recognition and reward framework encourages cities to compete and continuously improve their waste management standards. By setting and achieving garbage-free benchmarks, cities not only enhance their aesthetics and livability but also foster a healthier environment for citizens.
Additionally, SBM-U 2.0 promotes innovation by encouraging cities to adopt technology-driven waste management solutions. From automated waste collection systems to GIS-based tracking of waste trucks, technology can ensure efficient monitoring and execution of waste management strategies.
Furthermore, the program’s focus on converting waste to resources, such as compost and bio-CNG, aligns with the principles of a circular economy, promoting resource conservation and reducing dependency on finite natural resources.
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