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Ludhiana is on the verge of launching a much-anticipated construction and demolition (C&D) waste processing plant in the Dhandhari area. Originally estimated at INR 2.69 crore, the project's cost escalated to INR 7.5 crore due to unforeseen challenges, including the site's history as a former dumpsite. Despite these setbacks, the plant is now nearly complete, with civil construction and machinery installation finished. Once operational, it aims to process 100 tonnes of C&D waste daily, addressing the city's ongoing waste management issues.
Ludhiana is set to inaugurate its long-awaited construction and demolition (C&D) waste processing plant in the Dhandhari area, with municipal officials anticipating its operational status within the next ten days. The facility is designed to handle approximately 100 tonnes of C&D waste daily, a critical development as the city grapples with illegal dumping in green belts, parks, and along canal banks. Advertisement
The project's inception dates back nearly five years, following directives from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to address escalating construction debris. Initially included under the Smart City Mission, the initiative was later transitioned to the Swachh Bharat Mission due to delays and escalating costs. The original structural work was estimated at INR 2.69 crore; however, upon discovering that the selected site was a former dumpsite, the cost surged to INR 7.5 crore. This increase necessitated extensive groundwork, including the removal of existing trash and the construction of foundation pillars, extending the project's timeline.
Despite the establishment of six designated disposal sites across Ludhiana located at Chandigarh Road, Dhandhari Kalan, Rahon Road, Barewal, Jugiana, and Kanganwal illegal dumping persists in areas such as Buddha Nullah, Model Town Extension, and Dugri. The new processing plant aims to mitigate this issue by repurposing crushed construction debris into products like tiles, thereby promoting recycling and reducing environmental impact.
The facility's focus on recycling and repurposing construction debris into usable products aligns with broader goals of reducing landfill usage and promoting circular economy principles. As the plant becomes operational, it is expected to alleviate illegal dumping issues and set a precedent for other cities grappling with similar waste management challenges.
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