Solid Waste Management at Mahakumbh

In this insightful interview, Amit Kapoor, a member of the expert team, shares preliminary findings on the successful management of solid waste at the recently concluded Maha Kumbh. The expert team of 10 professionals worked closely with sanitation workers and technology to ensure efficient waste disposal, cleanliness, and reuse at the massive festival. Discover how infrastructure planning, a dedicated workforce, and systematic processes made the event a success.

“The #MahaKumbh 2025 in #Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, witnessed an unprecedented gathering of over 66.30 crore devotees. Despite the massive footfall, the relentless efforts of sanitation workers and an efficient solid waste management system ensured the event’s success.” A team of 10 experts is preparing a report on solid waste management. DD India’s @vishal_baristo speaks to Amit Kapoor, Member of the Maha Kumbh Study Team.

This was part of the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific organised in Jaipur from March 3-5, 2025.