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Sikkim Mandates 4-Way Waste Segregation Under New Rules for Environmental Impact
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News18•03-10-2026, 21:45
Sikkim Mandates 4-Way Waste Segregation Under New Rules for Environmental Impact
- •The Sikkim State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) is enforcing strict source segregation of waste into four categories under the new Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026.
- •The new rules, notified by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, became effective on April 1.
- •Key changes include mandatory segregation of waste at source into wet, dry, sanitary, and special care categories.
- •SPCB Member Secretary N W Tamang emphasized that proper segregation is crucial for efficient collection, processing, and scientific disposal of waste.
- •Successful implementation requires coordinated action from households, commercial establishments, institutions, and local bodies, with active public participation being vital.
Key Questions Answered
Under the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, waste must be mandatorily segregated at source into four distinct categories: wet, dry, sanitary, and special care.
The Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, which were notified by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, officially came into effect from April 1.
The Sikkim State Pollution Control Board cautioned against burning, burying, or dumping waste, as well as littering on streets, open public spaces, drains, and water bodies.
