- By Kamakshi Bishnoi
- Thu, 03 Apr 2025 03:36 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Urban Development Minister AK Sharma was surprised to witness the transformation of the massive garbage dump at Shivri on Mohan Road. Comparing old and new satellite images, he saw how waste was being systematically processed and utilised in various ways. He remarked that if Prime Minister Narendra Modi learns about this initiative, he might personally visit the site, as it aligns with his Swachh Bharat Abhiyan vision.
During his visit, the minister announced plans to establish a 2,000 TPD waste-to-energy plant in collaboration with NTPC and a solar power plant to reduce electricity consumption at the Shivri facility. A digital presentation showcased the extensive work done in garbage management, with Mayor Sushma Kharkwal and Municipal Commissioner Indrajit Singh briefing him on upcoming developments, including a solar energy city, a park, and a small stadium.
Acknowledging the impact of waste accumulation on Shivri residents, the minister suggested that the village should also benefit from development projects such as a park or a school. Municipal Commissioner Indrajit Singh emphasised that the current progress is a result of two years of dedicated efforts, while Mayor Kharkwal credited Additional Municipal Commissioner Dr. Arvind Rao for his relentless work in accelerating the project.
The minister was informed that since 2010, Shivri had accumulated 18 to 19 lakh metric tons of waste, covering over 50 acres. With government support, 53 per cent of the legacy waste (10 lakh metric tons) has already been processed. The project employs bio-remediation technology to convert waste into RDF (Refuse-Derived Fuel), which is sold to factories, while other processed waste is utilised for highway construction.
This initiative is bringing to life Prime Minister Modi’s “Waste to Wealth” mission, turning a former landfill into a model waste management plant. Experts from across India and abroad are visiting Shivri to study its advanced waste disposal techniques.
Officials estimate that all accumulated waste in Shivri will be cleared within the next one to two years, setting a benchmark for sustainable waste management. The event was attended by Member Legislative Council Ram Chandra Pradhan, Mukesh Sharma, Anjani Shrivastava, several councilors, and municipal officials.
