, /PRNewswire/ — “Let’s aspire for a Green & Sustainable Viksit Bharat. Achieving zero waste and eco-friendly production requires a skilled workforce in recycling technologies and eco-friendly product design,” said Shri Bhupender Yadav, Minister of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, at CII’s 9th International Conference on Waste to Worth.
The conference focused on leveraging innovation, technology, and global partnerships to tackle waste challenges. Shri Bhupender Yadav highlighted the importance of a circular economy, which emphasizes reducing, reusing, and recycling at every stage, from product design to end-of-life management. He stated that “waste should not be treated as a burden but as a resource,” adding that adopting sustainable practices is crucial for achieving economic resilience, environmental sustainability, and social security.
Shri Yadav also discussed various policies spearheaded by the Government of India, including the Plastic Waste Management Rules, Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, E-Waste Management Rules, and the Motor Vehicle Scrap Policy. These initiatives aim to streamline waste management and promote eco-friendly …