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31 August 2026

Delhi legacy waste management

This topic provides a concrete, real-world case study of legacy waste management and circular economy practices in urban India, which is directly relevant to GS3 environmental conservation and GS2 urban governance policies.

1 min read Day 4 of 4 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Delhi government has reclaimed approximately 100 acres of land across three major landfill sites: Okhla, Bhalswa, and Ghazipur.
  • Waste processing statistics: Okhla (70 lakh metric tons, 35 acres reclaimed), Bhalswa (102 lakh metric tons, 45 acres reclaimed), and Ghazipur (44 lakh metric tons, 20 acres reclaimed).
  • Inert material generated from legacy waste processing is repurposed for road construction and filling low-lying areas.
  • Government strategy includes the establishment of four new waste-to-energy plants to ensure immediate processing of daily generated waste.
  • Deadlines for complete clearance: December 2026 for Okhla and Bhalswa; end of 2027 for Ghazipur.
  • Reported socio-economic impacts include improved quality of life for residents in surrounding areas and appreciation of local property values.

Part of a longer story

This is day 4 of 4 in MCD landfill biomining and legacy waste clearance, which has been running since 25 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The management of legacy waste in urban centers is a critical challenge for sustainable development. Discuss the scientific methods used for land reclamation and the potential of waste-to-energy plants in mitigating urban pollution. 150 words
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  2. Urban solid waste management remains a significant hurdle in achieving the goals of the Swachh Bharat Mission. Analyze the challenges associated with legacy waste sites and evaluate the efficacy of current technological interventions in transforming urban landscapes. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following is the primary intended use for inert material generated during the processing of legacy waste at landfill sites?

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