Gurgaon generates 320 Metric Ton of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Per day. The city is spread over an area of 1258 sq.km. with population density of 1204 people per square kilometer. The waste segregation at the source stands at just about 63%. With 87.52% literacy rate, there is further scope for improvement.
Gurgaon, has a population of approximately 876,969 (2011 Census). The average waste generated per person per day in Gurgaon is 190 Gram. Gurgaon produces 116800 tonnes of MSW (Municipal Solid Waste) per annum. Gurgaon faces the problem of managing solid waste like any other city of India. Increased use of Color coded dustbins in Gurgaon households and workplace can lead to more efficient waste management with increased waste segrigation at source. Every household in Gurgaon should start to use Kitchen dustbins to keep dry and wet waste segrigated.
The city Gurgaon is witnessing rapid pace of increase in population, economic growth, urbanization and industrialization. All of this is leading to solid waste generation at an accelerated rate in Gurgaon. The waste generated in Gurgaon region includes all kinds of waste such as biodegradable, non-biodegradable, construction, metal, plastic and other kinds of waste.
Demographic Label | Value |
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Total Geographical Area | 1258 sq.km |
Population (2011 Census) | 876,969 |
Literacy Rate | 87.52 |
Population Density | 1204 per sq.km |
Sex Ratio | 846 females on every 1000 males |
Gurgaon, a city belonging to the State of Haryana is spread over an area of 1258 sq.km. Improper management of solid waste in Gurgaon poses risks to the environment and public health. Solid waste management (SWM) has emerged as one of the biggest challenges for Gurgaon. Studies show that the unsafe disposal of waste generates dangerous gases and leachates. Therefore it is imperative that the 320 Metric Ton of waste generated Per day in Gurgaon should be properly disposed in accordance with the 'Solid Waste Management Rules 2016'.
The main component of waste management is segregation of dry and wet waste. Waste segrigation plays key role in ensuring proper recovery, reuse and recycling of collected waste. In Gurgaon, Waste segregation at the source is happening with just about 63% of the waste generated. Active participation of people from Gurgaon region is key to the success of waste segrigation at source. Even though people are supposed to sort the waste, about 37% household from Gurgaon don't segrigate the waste into dry and wet waste. Wet waste includes that of food leftovers, fruit and vegetable skin and other kinds of waste generated in the kitchen. Dry waste constitutes plastic, paper, glass and other items which do not decompose.
Most Gurgaon hospitals have Color coded dustbins. However, their effective and planned use still remains a huge challange. Segregation of trash in Gurgaon is important because mixing general municipal garbage with biomedical waste leads to added burden on the incinerators designed to handle biohazardous waste alone. Segregation of Biomedical Waste with the help of Bio Medical Waste Bin and Biomedical Sharp Container should be done. Disposable Sharps Containers for disposing biohazard waste is another better and safe solution for Hospitals in Gurgaon. The liquid waste generated in hospitals, clinics and health care centers in Gurgaon is disposed of in sewers. Medical liquid waste generated in Gurgaon is highly infectious and pose serious health hazard to the lives of humans.
Growing popuation of Gurgaon, means existing landfills won't be sufficient. If we talk about, entire Haryana, about 2167.51 Metric Tons of Solid Waste is sent to landfill sites everyday. In fact, Haryana generates 5352.12 Metric Tons of Waste everyday. Of this, only about 5291.41 Metric Tons of Waste is collected and just 3123.9 Metric Ton Per Day is treated. Ironicaly the waste collected is dumped together at the landfills. These are largely un-regulated and are hazardous to surrounding areas of Gurgaon's Landfills Sites.
The population density of Gurgaon is 1204 people per square kilometer (2011 Census). In context to the
waste generation, it is important to know the density of any city because there is a direct link between
the population density and the waste generated per day. The density of population is the ratio between the
numbers of people to the size of land. It is usually measured in persons per sq.km. For example, the area of
Gurgaon Region is 1258 sq km and the population is 876,969 persons (2011 Census). The density
of population is calculated by dividing 876,969 (Gurgaon popuation) by 1258 sq km.
According to an estimate, it is found that household size is directly proportional to waste generation.
As the household size increases, the waste generation will also increase. In other words, bigger the
household size Gurgaon city, the more waste will be generated in Gurgaon.
Sex ratio of Gurgaon depicts 846 females per 1000 males. The popuation of Gurgaon in 2011 was 876,969, . Public attitude of Gurgaon residents needs to be changed in proper waste handling and segregation. This will save the people of Gurgaon city from several environmental and health related problems. With the growth in population, there will be growth in the generated waste aso. Gurgaon city will have to bear the burden of handling additional waste in the days to come as the population grows.
Literacy Rate of Gurgaon is 87.52%. A study conducted by the Population Foundation of India has found out that each year of education in India increases a person's average income by 6.7%. Income and waste generation are directly proportional to each other. As the income level increases, waste generation also increases. Increased literacy rate of Gurgaon denotes increase in income level. However, it is observed that while segrigating the waste generation to biodegradable waste generation and plastic waste generation, High Income Grade is less in biodegradable waste generation than Low Income Grade. This explains the use and throw culture of High Income Grade population of Gurgaon. Aso note that the per capita waste generation differs according to income, land use etc.
The Gurgaon Municipal Corporation is responsible for collection, transportation, treatment and disposal of Municipal Solid Waste generated.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed Haryana government to pay Rs100Cr as fine according to the reports pubished on 28-Sep-22. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has imposed a Rs 100 crore penalty, to be paid as 'environmental compensation', on the Haryana Government for its failure to adhere to the norms related to handling and disposing of legacy solid waste at the Bandhwari landfill site in Gurugram.
Companies or businesses can register themselves as Hazardous Waste Recyclers in Gorakhpur by personally visiting and applying at the Regional office of the Pollution Control Board of Gorakhpur, that is the Haryana Pollution Control board. They can also apply online by visiting the website of the Regional Office of the Haryana Pollution Control board. From there you will need to collect and fill the application form and submit it along with essential information and details in accordance with the need to recycle Hazardous and other wastes. Part D of the form should be filled carefully and should be attested by the applicant’s signature before submitting. Also make sure all the documents are attached that are listed in “Required Documents” section of the form. The form has to be submitted to the District Environmental Engineer of Gurgaon city for scrutiny and check. After this concerned engineer will inspect and examine the site.
Haryana State Pollution Control Board,
Panchkula.
Website: https://hspcb.gov.in/index
eWaste License can be obtained from the Regional office of the Pollution Control Board of Gorakhpur. Obtaining eWaste License has become mandatory for every manufacturer, producer, consumer, bulk consumer, collection centers, dealers, e-retailer, refurbisher, dismantler and recycler. The E-Waste rules apply to you if you manufacture, sale, transfer, purchase, collect, store or process e-waste or electrical and electronic equipment listed in Schedule.
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References:
https://www.census2011.co.in
https://uidai.gov.in/images/state-wise-aadhaar-saturation.pdf
https://cpcb.nic.in/uploads/MSW/MSW_AnnualReport_2020-21.pdf
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/haryana/gurugram-waste-not-cleared-ngt-fines-haryana-100-cr-435938#:~:text=The%20National%20Green%20Tribunal%20(NGT,Bandhwari%20landfill%20site%20in%20Gurugram.