The Bangalore Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) has unveiled a new project aimed at addressing the growing issue of construction and demolition (C&D) waste disposal. This initiative seeks to tackle the problem of illegal dumping of C&D waste on roads and open areas by introducing a streamlined process for waste collection directly from the site of generation.
The innovative project is designed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with no funds being provided by BSWML. Instead, transport contractors will receive a tipping fee based on rates determined through a tendering process. This fee will be covered by the public who avail themselves of the waste collection service. The process will involve contractors who will be tasked with collecting construction waste directly from the building sites. This waste will then be transferred to secondary transfer stations before being transported to treatment plants located throughout Bengaluru.
The system will include both primary and secondary transfer stations for each assembly constituency, with each station occupying approximately half an acre of land. These lands will be either allocated by the corporation or rented if suitable space is not available. Contractors will be responsible for setting up the necessary infrastructure and machinery at these transfer stations. They will use 20-tonne capacity trucks to transport the waste.
Additionally, processing units with capacities ranging from 500 to 1,000 tones will be established in various locations, including Kumbalgodu, Yarappana Palya, and Ullalu. Ad BSWML’s Chief General Manager, Basavaraja Kabade, emphasised that transportation services will also be facilitated by BSWML for waste disposal at specific processing plants in Kannur and Chikkajala. This move aims to ensure that waste management is efficient and streamlined across the city. Citizens wishing to dispose of building waste can contact BSWML via telephone to arrange for contractors. The contractors will assess the weight of the waste and coordinate payments through online transactions or challans. The service will accommodate waste up to 20 tonnes, with additional provisions made at transfer stations for larger quantities.
The introduction of this new waste management system represents a significant step towards improving Bengaluru’s approach to handling construction debris. By streamlining the process and involving the private sector, BSWML hopes to reduce the incidence of illegal dumping and enhance the overall cleanliness and environmental sustainability of the city.
This initiative underscores BSWML’s commitment to improving waste management practices and reflects a broader trend towards innovative solutions in municipal waste handling. With the new system in place, Bengaluru is expected to see a more organised approach to managing construction waste, contributing to a cleaner and more orderly urban environment.