Gandhinagar: As part of an extensive legacy waste disposal campaign, Gujarat has emerged as a leader among major states in the scientific disposal of legacy waste, according to an official statement. Of the total 304.09 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste identified across urban areas in the state, 273.33 lakh metric tonnes have been scientifically disposed of so far.

Building on this progress, the state government has set a target to achieve 100 per cent remediation of legacy waste by March 2026.

Legacy waste management key to urban development

The Urban Development Department has prioritised cleanliness, modern and sustainable infrastructure, and improved ease of living in cities, significantly contributing to urban development. Gujarat has consistently remained at the forefront among major states in the scientific disposal of legacy waste accumulated at dumpsites.

Effective legacy waste management not only reduces pollution and health hazards but also enables the conversion of reclaimed land into productive use, supporting infrastructure development and the expansion of green spaces.

902 acres of land reclaimed; methane emissions reduced

Through the clearance of dumpsites across municipal areas, the state has reclaimed an estimated 902 acres of land. This land is being put to productive use, including the construction of waste processing plants.

Authorities have completed scientific disposal of the Bopal–Ghuma dumpsite in Ahmedabad and the Nakravadi dumpsite in Rajkot, where Miyawaki forests have been developed. The scientific remediation of these sites has significantly reduced methane emissions and addressed long-standing issues related to waste burning.

Push towards cleaner, sustainable cities

The Gujarat government continues to take decisive steps to strengthen environmental protection, public health, and urban development through systematic legacy waste disposal. Under the Nirmal Gujarat 2.0 scheme, ₹75 crore has been allocated to Urban Local Bodies for legacy waste management.

Aligned with the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) 2.0, these efforts are aimed at achieving “Garbage Free Cities.” Through sustained implementation, Gujarat is setting a benchmark for other states in building cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable urban environments. DeshGujarat