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Solid Waste Management:

Waste refers to any unwanted or unusable material that has been discarded because it no longer serves a purpose. It can exist in solid, liquid, or gas form, though solid waste is the most common. Examples include unwanted food, torn clothes, and kitchen waste.

Solid waste is generated through various daily human activities and includes materials that are no longer useful. If managed properly, solid waste can become a valuable source of energy. However, improper disposal has become a global issue, causing water, soil, and air pollution, which leads to environmental degradation, health hazards, and economic concerns. In Maharashtra, the daily solid waste generation is approximately:

  • Mumbai: 5000 tons
  • Pune: 1700 tons
  • Nagpur: 900 tons

A major example of the consequences of poor solid waste management is the Mumbai floods on 26th July 2005, where the accumulation of garbage contributed to the calamity. Proper solid waste management is essential to prevent such disasters and protect human health and the environment.

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