Authors : Huma Shakeel Shaikh, Kumudini Dhore
Page Nos : 51-55
Description :
Solid waste management (SWM) is one of the major environmental problems of Indian cities.
Improper management of solid waste (SW) causes hazards to inhabitants. Various studies
reveal that about 90% of SW is disposed of unscientifically in open dumps and landfills,
creating problems to public health and the environment. In the present study, an attempt
has been made to provide a comprehensive review of the characteristics, generation,
collection and transportation, disposal and treatment technologies of SW practiced in India.
The study pertaining to SWM for Indian cities has been carried out to evaluate the current
status and identify the major problems. Various adopted treatment technologies for SW are
critically reviewed, along with their advantages and limitations. The study is concluded with
a few fruitful suggestions, which may be beneficial to encourage the improvement of the
present system.
Keywords: solid waste, waste disposal
