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Access rules, regulations, CPHEEO manuals, technical guidelines, and public awareness materials governing solid waste management in India.

Legal Framework

Rules & Regulations

Seven waste management rules notified under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 - governing all categories of solid waste in India. These regulations define the responsibilities of generators, local authorities, state pollution control boards, and private operators.

Rules & Regulations
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Core Rules
MoEFCC · 2026
Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026
Principal regulation governing collection, segregation, transportation, processing, treatment, and disposal of MSW for all ULBs. Prescribes responsibilities for generators, municipalities, and operators.
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MoEFCC · 2026
Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2026
Governs manufacture, import, sale. Prescribes thickness standards, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and phased elimination of single-use plastics across India.
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MoEFCC · 2026
E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2026
Regulations governing collection, dismantling, and recycling of electronic waste. Mandates EPR for producers with collection targets and authorized dismantling facilities.
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MoEFCC · 2026
Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2026
Safe segregation, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of biomedical waste from hospitals and clinics. Prescribes colour-coded bag system and CBWTF authorizations.
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MoEFCC · 2026
Construction & Demolition Waste Rules, 2026
Management of construction, renovation, and demolition waste. Bulk generators must prepare waste management plans and channel waste to authorized processing facilities.
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MoEFCC · 2026
Hazardous and Other Wastes Rules, 2026
Storage, packaging, transportation, treatment, co-processing, and disposal of hazardous wastes. Prescribes TSDF authorization and manifest tracking system for hazardous waste movement.
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MoEFCC · 2001
Batteries (Management & Handling) Rules, 2001
Governs manufacture, sale, use, and recycling of lead-acid batteries. Mandates buy-back schemes, deposit systems, and EPR for battery manufacturers and importers.
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CPHEEO

CPHEEO Manuals

CPHEEO under MoHUA has published comprehensive technical manuals for solid waste management - the definitive technical reference for ISWM in India. These manuals systematically guide municipalities in planning, designing, and operating infrastructure.

CPHEEO Manuals
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Main Parts

CPHEEO Manual - Part I

Planning & Management of MSW. Covers ISWM hierarchy, seven-step planning process, financial modelling, financing options, and role of the informal sector in solid waste management.

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CPHEEO Manual - Part II

Landfill Design & Operation. Covers site selection, geotechnical investigations, liner systems, leachate management, landfill gas management, and post-closure monitoring protocols.

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CPHEEO Manual - Part III

Processing of MSW. Technical specifications for composting plants (windrow, in-vessel), biomethanation, WtE, and MRF design - includes annexures with compost plant schematics and design parameters.

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Technical Resources

Technical Guidelines

Explore detailed technical guidelines formulated by CPCB, MoHUA, and other nodal bodies for establishing processing facilities, conducting waste characterization, and selecting suitable sites for safe disposal mechanisms.

Technical Guidelines

Compost Plant Design Guidelines

CPHEEO Annexure specifications - windrow composting plants, layout, machinery, process parameters, leachate management, and FCO-compliant quality testing protocols.

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Landfill Siting Criteria

CPHEEO and CPCB guidelines for scientifically sound landfill site selection - based on geology, hydrogeology, distance from habitation, land use and environmental sensitivity factors.

CPCB Guidelines

WtE Technology Guidelines

CPCB technical guidelines on selection and operation of WtE technologies - incineration, gasification, biomethanation, and RDF production. Emission standards and monitoring protocols.

CPCB Guidelines

Waste Characterization

Methodology for waste generation rate assessment, composition analysis, density measurement, and per capita waste generation projections - for facility sizing and DPR preparation.

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Public Awareness

IEC Materials & Public Awareness

Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) strategies are crucial for ensuring community participation. Access campaign materials, segregation guides, and capacity-building resources that drive behavioral change at the grassroots level.

IEC Materials & Training

Segregation at Source

Posters and pamphlets explaining the 3-bin system (green: wet, blue: dry, red: hazardous) for households, schools, and market vendors.

SBM Resources

Audio-Visuals & Films

Educational videos on waste management, composting at home, dos & don'ts for segregation - produced under Swachh Bharat Mission for community awareness campaigns.

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Training & Capacity Building

Training modules for ULB officials, sanitation workers, and ground-level staff on SWM operations, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance reporting.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are ULB obligations under SWM Rules 2026?
ULBs must: (1) Ensure door-to-door collection of segregated waste, (2) Set up MRFs, (3) Establish processing facilities for wet organic waste, (4) Develop engineered sanitary landfills, (5) Set up secondary storage, (6) Stop use of chlorinated plastic bags, and (7) Achieve 100% scientific disposal within their jurisdiction.
What is the 3-bin segregation system?
SWM Rules 2026 prescribe: (1) Green bin - biodegradable/wet waste (food scraps, garden waste), (2) Blue bin - recyclable/dry waste (paper, plastic, glass, metal), and (3) Red bin - domestic hazardous waste (batteries, medicines, chemicals, sanitary napkins, e-waste). Segregation at source is mandatory for all generators.
What PPP models are available for municipal solid waste management?
Common PPP models: (1) BOT - private party builds and operates for 20-25 years then transfers back; (2) DBFOT - private party designs, finances, builds, and operates; (3) HAM - 40% as construction annuity + 60% performance-based; (4) Service Contract - ULB pays per-tonne tipping fee; (5) Management Contract - private operator manages ULB-owned assets.
What authorizations are required to set up a waste processing facility?
Depending on type: (1) Composting facility - CTE and CTO from SPCB; (2) CBWTF - SPCB authorization under Bio-Medical Waste Rules; (3) WtE with incineration - CPCB/SPCB authorization + EIA clearance for >100 TPD; (4) Hazardous waste TSDF - SPCB authorization under Hazardous Waste Rules; (5) E-waste dismantling - SPCB authorization under E-Waste Rules.
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