September 28, 2026 4:17 PM
From waste to purpose: How Indian cities are rewriting the plastic story
India’s approach to plastic waste is changing, with cities and communities increasingly focusing not only on reducing the use of single-use plastic but also on reuse, collection, recycling and converting discarded plastic into useful products. A decade ago, plastic bags were a routine part of shopping in Indian markets. Today, initiatives across the country are encouraging consumers to carry reusable bags, segregate waste at source and ensure that collected plastic reaches recovery and recycl...