New Delhi, April 16 -- Highlighting several deficiencies in Karnataka's management of sewage and solid waste, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the state authorities to adopt a more efficient and systematic approach to waste management across all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), ensuring quicker and more effective implementation.

After reviewing the existing shortcomings, the tribunal directed that the next Action Taken Report (ATR) should outline specific measures taken to address gaps in each Urban Local Body (ULB) and resolve inconsistencies observed in various cities, including Badami, Bellary, Bidar, Mangaluru, Davangere, Hubli-Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Mysuru, and others.

Additionally, since no financial allocations for liquid a...