Mumbai: The BMC manages over 6,500 metric tonnes (MT) of waste daily through its Solid Waste Management (SWM) system. From segregation and recycling to landfilling, this complex operation runs with precision, though not without challenges. At its core are thousands of sanitation workers who begin their day before dawn. As Mumbai wakes, this often-overlooked workforce is already in action quietly ensuring the city remains functional and livable. They are the unsung heroes behind Mumbai’s resilience.

Challenges of E-Waste, Hazardous Waste, and Construction Debris

Mumbai generates vast amounts of waste daily from residential and commercial to industrial and biomedical sources. Recently, the BMC has been grappling with the growing challenges of managing e-waste, domestic hazardous waste and

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