A Critical Overview of Legal Profile on Solid Waste Management in India

Abstract

The problem of solid waste management in India, in combination with rapid urbanization, population growth and unplanned development is worsening day by day. The more serious situation in future may arise due to the toxicity and unavailability of dumping grounds for such wastes. Present paper discusses the legal profile and policies available on solid waste management in India, responsibilities of the concerned departments and future need to enhance legal regime for better management of Indian environment. It is seen that the current laws are unable to ensure environmentally sound and sustainable ways of dealing with waste generation to disposal practices. The laws are not well understood and efficaciously implemented. Improved legal regime and strict implementation of the laws may prove to see a changed picture in Indian society in coming years.