India's Biodegradable Waste Challenge.
India generates a significant amount of biodegradable waste, estimated to be around 65 million tons per year. Biodegradable waste includes organic waste such as food waste, vegetable waste, animal waste, agricultural waste, and other biodegradable materials.
The processing status of biodegradable waste in India varies widely depending on the region and infrastructure available. According to a report by the Central Pollution Control Board, only about 62% of the total municipal solid waste generated in India is collected, and out of this, only about 22-28% is processed through composting, vermicomposting, or biomethanation.
The remaining waste is either dumped in landfills or disposed of in open areas, causing environmental and health hazards. There is a need to improve the infrastructure for waste management and increase awareness about the importance of segregating and processing biodegradable waste. The Indian government has launched several initiatives such as Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation to improve waste management practices across the country.
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