Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
Essential for understanding urban planning, environmental sustainability, public health, and the functioning of Urban Local Bodies. It's a recurring theme in GS1 (Urbanization), GS2 (Governance, Welfare), and GS3 (Environment).
Urban waste management involves the collection, transportation, processing, and disposal of solid waste generated in urban areas. It is a critical component of urban governance and public health, facing significant challenges due to rapid urbanization, increasing waste generation, inadequate infrastructure, and often, labor issues affecting sanitation services.