The West Bengal government is set to launch a pilot project on scientific waste management and garbage disposal in the Asansol-Durgapur region under the central government's Swachh Bharat Mission. State Municipal Affairs Minister Agnimitra Paul made the announcement on social media platform X on Wednesday.
Details of the Initiative
According to Paul, the pilot initiative will focus on scientific waste management, proper garbage disposal, sanitation, hygiene awareness, and cleaner surroundings. Local residents, including women and children, will be educated on hygiene practices to learn how to keep their surroundings clean.
Government Collaboration
Paul attended the national review programme of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 at Vigyan Bhavan on Tuesday. During the event, she held discussions with Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, who assured full support for the initiative.
The project aims to become a model for municipalities across Bengal and will later be expanded to other regions of the state, Paul added.
Broader Context
This pilot is part of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, which seeks to make urban areas clean and garbage-free. The Asansol-Durgapur region is a key industrial belt, and the initiative is expected to bring significant improvements in waste management practices.
By focusing on community participation and education, the project aims to create sustainable habits among residents. The state government plans to replicate the model in other municipal areas after evaluating the pilot's success.
