Jammu, June 1 -- Despite playing a crucial role in recycling, reducing waste, and conserving resources, the contributions of the rag-picker community often go unnoticed. These individuals-among the most vulnerable sections of society-continue to work without any meaningful financial assistance from government bodies or private entities.
Like many metropolitan cities, Jammu and its surrounding areas also have a significant number of rag pickers. One can often spot them near large garbage dumping sites, especially in the early hours of the day or late at night. It is undeniable that, despite facing numerous hardships, rag pickers significantly reduce the environmental burden by retrieving recyclable materials from waste dumps. It is high tim...