DC Namchi Applauds Nayabazar Jorethang Nagar Panchayat’s Sustainable Waste Management Initiative
Namchi, August 31 (IPR): District Collector, Namchi, Ms Anupa Tamling, today inspected the Material Recovery Facility (MRF), Organic Waste Composter Plant (OWCP) and Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) at Jorethang, commending the efforts of the Nayabazar Jorethang Nagar Panchayat (NJNP) towards promoting sustainable and scientific waste management.
The three facilities, functioning under the supervision of NJNP, are aimed at effective waste segregation, recycling and resource recovery, while promoting the reuse of recyclable materials and the production of organic compost for gardening, plantation and town beautification.
During the inspection, the DC was briefed on the functioning of the facilities. The Material Recovery Facility (MRF) primarily processes recyclable plastic bottles, which are segregated, crushed and processed for further utilisation.
The Organic Waste Composter Plant (OWCP) processes wet waste collected from households and other establishments through a composting machine to produce organic compost. The compost is utilised for plantation, gardening and beautification of the town, and is also made available for purchase to individuals for personal use.
The Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) focuses on recovering reusable textile materials, including clothes, shoes and other discarded items. These materials are processed and recycled into useful products such as bags and other amenities, thereby reducing the volume of waste sent for disposal.
The DC was also informed that, in addition to NJNP, two Self-Help Groups (SHGs), namely Ekta SHG and Jagriti SHG, have been engaged in waste collection and in supporting the functioning of the three facilities.
The initiative reflects a concerted effort towards sustainable waste management, resource recovery and environmental conservation, while contributing to a cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing Jorethang town.
The DC was accompanied by ADC (HQ) Namchi Mr Subash Ghimirey, SDM (HQ) Namchi Mr Nim Pintso Bhutia, MEO Jorethang Mr Dilip Dong, Nodal Officer (SBM)Mr Samber Tamang, Member of Ekta SHG Ms Tika Chettri and police personnel from Jorethang Police Station
Report From DIO Namchi