Municipal Solid Waste Management in the Township Area of Banswara (Rajasthan)

Municipal solid waste management (SWM) is a major challenge for local governments in rural India. One key issue is the low priority assigned by the local government which is faced with limited financing capacity. . Urbanization contributes enhanced municipal solid waste (MSW) generation and unscientific handling of MSW degrades the urban environment and causes health hazards. In this paper, an attempt is made to evaluate the major parameters of MSWM, in addition to a comprehensive review of MSW generation, its characterization, collection, and treatment options as practiced in banswara (rajasthan). The current status of MSWM in banswara district and important sector of Banswara is also reported.