Why India’s Waste Challenge Is Not About Technology or Law—but People

February 3, 2026

India’s urban waste crisis continues not because of a lack of technology or policy, but due to poor source segregation, weak public behaviour, and the limited use of data for effective on-ground implementation.

In my exclusive conversations with:

🔹 Srinivasulu, IFS, Principal Secretary, Department of Environment & Ecology, Government of Karnataka

🔹 Dr H N Chanakya, former Chief Research Scientist, IISc

🔹 Shekar Prabhakar, CEO, Hasiru Dala Innovations

experts underline a critical truth: sustainable waste management begins with citizens, daily habits, and accountability—not landfills or machines.

📖 Read my detailed interview report: https://www.etvbharat.com/en/technology/why-india-waste-challenge-is-not-about-technology-or-law-but-people-enn26020201771

Dr Anubha

Dr. Anubha Jain is a Senior Journalist Author associated with Eenadu TV, Lokmat Media & All India Radio — handling diverse domains – politics, economics, wildlife, space, science & technology and specializes in tracking social and economic changes taking place in the country. Based in Bengaluru she’s recognised for her work in journalism, advocacy for women’s empowerment and one-on-one interviews with prominent personalities.

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