Indian Railways and Waste Management: A Step Toward Sustainability
Indian Railways and Waste Management: A Step Toward Sustainability Indian Railways, the world's fourth-largest railway network, serves as a lifeline for millions of people every day. With over 1.3 billion passengers traveling annually, the railway system faces the monumental task of managing not just transportation but also the waste generated from its vast operations. Waste management in Indian Railways has become a significant concern, with the increasing number of passengers and freight traffic, coupled with environmental and health challenges. However, in recent years, Indian Railways has implemented a series of initiatives to address these issues, aiming for a cleaner and more sustainable future. The Scale of Waste Generation Indian Railways operates more than 13,000 trains across its vast network, which includes 7,000+ stations. With this scale, it’s no surprise that a considerable amount of waste is generated daily. Some key types of waste include: Solid Waste : This...