NGT Reprimands Delhi Over Waste Crisis; Indore Leads in Waste Management

• NGT expresses displeasure with Delhi government for ignoring waste disposal directives, leading to growing garbage mountains at Ghazipur and Bhalswa.
• Mumbai is India's largest waste generator (7,000-9,000 metric tons daily), with Deonar landfill facing issues similar to Delhi's Ghazipur.
• Indore sets a global example with its 'zero waste' model, 100% source segregation, eliminated old landfills, and bio-CNG/compost production.
• Surat and Navi Mumbai excel in waste management through modern waste-to-energy plants, scientific disposal, and high citizen awareness.
• Bengaluru and Chennai face significant waste challenges, with large reliance on landfills despite some community-level composting efforts.

Why It Matters: Delhi faces NGT's wrath over waste, while Indore, Surat, and Navi Mumbai set benchmarks in waste management.