NEISSR organised an awareness programme on solid waste management to educate students on waste segregation, the 4Rs, and sustainable living practices.
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DIMAPUR — The North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), through its Internal Quality Assurance Cell, organised an awareness programme on solid waste management at BAM Hall, Chümoukedima, on Monday.
The programme was conducted with the objective of creating awareness of proper waste management practices, environmental cleanliness, and sustainable living, stated an update.
The resource person, Dr. Lily Sangpui, Assistant Professor at NEISSR, delivered a presentation on solid waste management and its importance in protecting public health and the environment.
She explained that proper waste management involves the systematic collection, segregation, treatment, and disposal of waste materials generated through human activities.
Dr. Sangpui highlighted the importance of segregating waste into four categories: wet waste, dry waste, sanitary waste, and special care waste. She also pointed out how organic waste can be composted, while recyclable materials such as plastic, paper, and metal can be reused through recycling processes.
She discussed the significance of the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, which focus on achieving zero waste to landfills through proper segregation and effective waste management systems.
During the session, she explained the dos and don'ts of waste management, encouraging participants to practise waste segregation, compost kitchen waste, and avoid littering, open burning, and the improper disposal of hazardous materials.
In addition, she introduced the concept of the 4Rs: refuse, reduce, reuse, and recycle, stressing their importance in reducing pollution and promoting environmental sustainability.