Circular Economy

Circular economy refers to India’s development approach that promotes efficient resource use, waste reduction, recycling, reuse, and value recovery across production and consumption cycles to support sustainable growth and environmental protection.

Targeted Segments

  • Manufacturing and MSME sector
  • Urban local bodies and municipalities
  • Waste management and recycling industry
  • Agriculture and allied sectors
  • Energy and bio-energy sector
  • Consumers and informal waste workers

Government Initiatives & Achievements

Swachh Bharat Mission

  • Objective: Improve solid and liquid waste management and promote cleanliness and sanitation.
  • Achievement: Over 11 crore toilets constructed nationwide, significantly reducing open defecation and marking a transformative shift in sanitation coverage and public health.

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