The growing use of plastics and their improper disposal are threatening global environmental stability, as most plastic materials are non-biodegradable and chemically inert. Yet, plastics continue to dominate daily life — from packaging to household use — largely because of their convenience.

Most commonly used plastics, such as polypropylene and polyethylene, are discarded shortly after use. In urban areas, plastic waste has surged due to changing eating habits, migration from rural regions for education and jobs, and rapid population growth.

Now, a new study has spotlighted Shillong as a model for sustainable urban waste management in Northeast India.

Conducted by researchers Ananya Kalita, Ankur P. Saikia, and Pranveer Singh from Assam Down Town University, the study — “Sustainabilit

See Full Page