New Solid Waste Rules: Mandatory Four-Stream Segregation from April 1
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CNBC TV18•29-01-2026, 00:02
New Solid Waste Rules: Mandatory Four-Stream Segregation from April 1
- •Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced new Solid Waste Management Rules effective April 1.
- •Mandatory four-stream segregation at source: wet, dry, sanitary, and special care waste.
- •Bulk waste generators (e.g., large establishments, residential societies) have defined responsibilities for waste management.
- •Rules promote decentralised waste management, reduce burden on urban local bodies, and allow user fees.
- •Integrates circular economy principles, Extended Producer Responsibility, and 'Polluter Pays' for non-compliance.
Why It Matters: New rules mandate four-stream waste segregation from April 1, focusing on producer responsibility and compliance.
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