Waste Management in India

Abstract Waste means any discarded material that is considered worthless, defective, or of no use. It included a lot of materials, such as household garbage, industrial byproducts, and electronic devices .Mainly, waste is anything that is unwanted or unusable by its producer and requires disposal. Waste can be solid (like garbage), liquid (like wastewater), or gaseous (like emissions). Waste originates from various sources, including households (municipal solid waste), industries (industrial waste), and healthcare facilities (medical waste). Waste management involves various methods, including reducing, reusing, recycling, and proper disposal (e.g.,in landfills or through incineration).Improper waste management can lead to pollution and, health hazards, and contribute to climate change. Waste management is a significant industry, and efficient waste management can have economic benefits, including resource recovery and reduced disposal costs. Sources of waste can be broadly classified into four types: Industrial, Commercial, Domestic, and Agricultural.