Mumbai: Dadar Markets Generate 25 MT Waste Daily; BMC Plans Localised Processing To Reduce Dumping Ground Dependence
Mumbai, August 22, 2026: With nearly 25 metric tonnes (MT) of waste generated daily, Dadar’s flower and vegetable markets may soon get localised waste-processing facilities, reducing dependence on dumping grounds. The move will cut waste transportation, ease pressure on existing dumping sites and convert waste into a valuable resource, a civic official said. Flower Market Waste Processing…
Every day, around 25 metric tonnes of waste is generated in the flower and vegetable markets of Mumbai's Dadar area. To tackle the issue, the civic administration plans to set up localised waste-processing facilities, aiming to reduce the reliance on traditional dumping grounds. This initiative is expected to cut down on waste transportation, alleviate pressure on existing waste disposal sites, and transform waste into a valuable resource.
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