India, May 21 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
As plastic waste continues to pile up across urban landscapes, innovative interventions under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban are not just addressing the challenge-but transforming it into an opportunity. Urban India is embracing technology, citizen participation, and circular economy models to pave the way for plastic-free alternatives.
Plastic, once a symbol of convenience, is now a major environmental concern. Under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, cities across India are tackling plastic waste through innovative solutions - recycling, reuse, and recovery under the RRR model - strengthening the circular economy. Urban Local Bodies are combining infrastructure, ...