Sustainable Solid Waste Management A Geo-Environmental Perspective from Malegaon Municipal Area, Nashik Maharashtra

Author(s)	Utkarsh Jagannath Ahire, Subhash N. Nikam
Country	India
Abstract	Solid Waste Management (SWM) is a crucial aspect of urban sustainability, especially in fast-growing and densely populated cities like Malegaon in Maharashtra. This study assesses the current status and geo-environmental impacts of SWM in the Malegaon Municipal Corporation (MMC) area. Through field data collection, stakeholder interviews, and environmental sampling, the study identifies significant shortcomings in the processes of waste collection, segregation, transportation, treatment, and final disposal. These inefficiencies contribute to environmental degradation and pose health risks. The research proposes sustainable and practical strategies to enhance SWM practices, aiming for a cleaner, healthier, and more environmentally responsible urban ecosystem in Malegaon.
Keywords	Solid Waste Management, Environmental Impact, Municipal Corporation, Urban Pollution
Published In	Volume 16, Issue 2, April-June 2025
Published On	2025-06-12
DOI	https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i2.6146
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9qqwm

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