*National Youth Day: MC CHANDIGARH HIGHLIGHTS YOUTH’S ROLE IN CREATING A SUSTAINABLE, GARBAGE-FREE CITY*
*Chandigarh, January 12:-* Aiming in creating a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable city, On National Youth Day, the Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh emphasized the pivotal role of youth in building a sustainable and garbage-free city. The MC Chandigarh organized a special visit to provide college students with hands-on experience, enabling them to understand the functions of solid waste management beyond the classroom.
Municipal Commissioner, Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS said that MC Chandigarh believes engaging the youth in such experiential learning opportunities will foster a sense of ownership and responsibility towards waste management. By providing them with practical exposure, the MC aims to inspire the younger generation to actively participate in building a greener and more sustainable future.
Under the expert guidance of MC officials, a group of 50 college students participated in a field visit to various waste management facilities. This visit aimed to enhance their practical knowledge and create awareness about sustainable waste management practices. The students gained insights into landfilling operations and witnessed the ongoing dumpsite remediation process at the Daddumajra landfill site.
Furthermore, the students learned about mechanical segregation techniques for recyclable recovery during their visit to the Pink Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and Garbage Transfer Station. They also observed the transition from Primary Door-to-Door Collection and Transportation (C&T) to Secondary C&T, including the compaction of fluffy waste in compacted capsules for cost-saving purposes.
To broaden their understanding of waste management, the students visited the Solid Waste Processing Plant. Here, they learned about the processing of both wet and dry waste to produce compost and Refused Derived Fuel (RDF), respectively. This hands-on experience provided the students with valuable insights into the waste management process and the importance of resource recovery.
In addition, the students visited the Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste management plant located in Industrial Area Phase 1. They received education on the process of converting C&D waste into construction raw materials such as fine sand, coarse aggregates, bricks, and Paver Blocks. This visit aimed to instill a sense of responsibility among the youth towards the proper disposal and recycling of construction waste.
