Swachha Ratham: Exchange Trash for Groceries, Door-to-Door Waste Collection in Andhra Pradesh

• Andhra Pradesh government launches 'Swachha Ratham' under 'Swachhandhra Corporation' for efficient waste management.
• The initiative, started in Kummaramandlapalli village, Sri Satya Sai Puttaparthi district, aims for door-to-door collection of segregated wet and dry waste.
• Citizens can exchange unused cardboard, books, or trash for groceries like sugar and shampoos, promoting recycling.
• Vehicles are equipped with hydraulic facilities and GPS tracking; play 'Swachh Andhra' songs for public awareness.
• Part of the CLAP (Clean Andhra Pradesh) scheme, a helpline (1902) is available for complaints or missed collections.

Why It Matters: Andhra Pradesh's Swachha Ratham offers a unique trash-for-groceries exchange to boost waste management and recycling.