Exploring ways to manage plastic waste effectively, NDMC Smart City is reviewing a proposal for doorstep collection of plastic waste through its 311 app. The collected waste would be repurposed in the National Capital Region to generate revenue for the civic agency, according to an official.
NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal expressed openness to innovative ideas for enhancing plastic waste management. The civic body aims to achieve a Net Zero Carbon Emission benchmark and is keen on improving plastic waste recycling and disposal.
To support Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed Delhi and India, NDMC is dedicated to advancing innovation. Sushil Aggarwal, proposing collaboration with NDMC, highlighted the importance of preventing poisonous plastic waste from ending up in landfills or waste-to-energy plants.
Aggarwal emphasized the significance of technology in bridging government-citizen relationships for transparent operations. His company’s plastic recycling units in Delhi NCR could complement NDMC’s efforts, offering environmentally friendly solutions for plastic waste management.
Chahal, during the NDMC Budget presentation, outlined the municipality’s commitment to sustainability and self-reliance, aiming to become a leading example of modernity and civic responsibility. The initiative aligns with the Prime Minister’s call to address plastic pollution, as emphasized in the Delhi Declaration.
Aggarwal’s company is actively engaging with civic bodies nationwide to pilot app-based models for plastic waste collection and recycling. These initiatives focus on creating value from waste while reducing harmful emissions, in line with sustainable practices.
