Indore Launches India's First PPP Green Waste Processing Plant Under Swachh Bharat Mission
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | India's First PPP Green Waste Processing Plant in Indore |
| City | Indore |
| Project Type | Green Waste Processing Plant |
| Model | Public-Private Partnership (PPP) |
| Mission | Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban |
| Private Partner | Astronomical Industries Pvt. Ltd. |
| Location | Bicholi Hapsi, Indore |
| Land Area | 55,000 sq. ft. |
| Daily Green Waste | 30 tons (can reach 60-70 tons in autumn) |
| Revenue for IMC | Rs 3,000 per tonne |
| Final Products | Wooden pellets, sawdust-based items, compost |
| Environmental Impact | Air Quality Improvement, Reduced Plastic Usage |
| Alternative to | Coal and non-biodegradable materials |
| Other Waste Facilities | Meghdoot & Sub-Grade Plants (Sirpur), Composting Pits |
| Key Industrial Uses | NTPC (Power Generation), Packaging, Furniture, Fertilizers |
| Pollution Control | Prevents waste burning, enhances hygiene |