Wayanad aims to become country’s first e-waste-free model district by November 1
In the first phase, 31 tonnes of e-waste were collected from government offices in Wayanad. Agriculture Minister T. Siddique says participation of every household and private establishment is essential to achieving the target
Wayanad district in Kerala aims to become the nation's first e-waste-free model district by November 1, 2026, according to Agriculture Minister T. Siddique. The campaign has entered its second phase, focusing on collecting electronic waste from households and private establishments after gathering 31 tonnes from government offices.
The effort will involve special counters at the ward level and door-to-door drives, with collected waste handed over to agencies for scientific processing and disposal. Participants will receive compensation at rates set by the government. Siddique emphasized the importance of every household and private establishment's participation to achieve the goal.
K. Anoop, a programme officer for the Haritha Karma Sena Wayanad, highlighted the hazardous substances in e-waste, such as lead, mercury, and cadmium, which pose threats to human health and the environment if not disposed of properly. The campaign receives support from various government departments and organizations. Wayanad has a history of developing waste management practices, including a disaster management protocol following the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide.
The e-waste-free initiative aims to enhance environmental safety, particularly for children, and bolster the district's reputation as a tourist destination.
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