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| Paper Title: | Urban Solid Waste Management: Myth or Reality? A Case Study of Hengrabari, Guwahati |
| Authors Name: | Bistirna Saikia |
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| Published Paper Id: | IJRTI2504236 |
| Published In: | Volume 10 Issue 4, April-2025 |
| DOI: | http://doi.one/10.1729/Journal.44982 |
| Abstract: | Solid Waste Management refers to the process by which solid materials that are no longer useful or have served their purpose are collected, treated, and then discarded. Due to the ever-increasing population, particularly in urban residential and commercial areas, improper disposal of waste is a recurring phenomenon, thereby harming the environment and impacting both humans and animals. However, it is often neglected. Thus, solid waste management becomes a crucial part of any urban ecosystem. This research seeks to explore whether the practice of solid waste management is just a myth or reality, focusing on Hengrabari, an urban residential and commercial complex in the heart of Guwahati city of Assam. Data were collected using questionnaires from 47 respondents belonging to various sections, viz. members of households, tipper workers, sweepers, ragpickers, and Municipal Corporation officials as well as through direct observation at waste disposal sites. The study also aims to assess the awareness and compliance of individuals with the Solid Waste Management Rules of 2016 and initiatives such as the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan of 2014. Results reveal that while the majority of respondents have heard of the rules and initiative, actual compliance was limited. Findings also reveal that while a large majority of respondents are aware of the health and environmental risks associated with improper waste disposal, they voluntarily did not contribute much to minimizing this impact. They often had partial knowledge and showed disinterest in awareness programs. Positively, a few respondents agreed to follow certain responsible waste disposal techniques, such as segregating waste before dumping, and cooperating with workers. Waste workers reported a lack of protective equipment, low income, and frequent exposure to health ailments. Municipal officials claimed to follow necessary steps to increase efficiency, but practical implementation was very often lacking. Suggestions included increasing awareness, enforcing laws with fines, organizing local campaigns, and motivating community participation. The study highlights that although awareness of waste management issues is present, significant gaps exist in its implementation in reality. Bridging this gap is necessary through public awareness and community involvement for effective solid waste management and sustainable environmental health. |
| Keywords: | Solid Waste Management, Urban Waste Disposal, Waste Segregation, Policy Implementation Gaps, Ground-level Realities, Community Involvement, Environmental Health |
| Cite Article: | "Urban Solid Waste Management: Myth or Reality? A Case Study of Hengrabari, Guwahati", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.10, Issue 4, page no.c102-c108, April-2025, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2504236.pdf |
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Page No: c102-c108 Country: Guwahati, Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam, India Research Area: Social Science and Humanities Publisher : IJ Publication Published Paper URL : https://www.ijrti.org/viewpaperforall?paper=IJRTI2504236 Published Paper PDF: https://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2504236 |
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