Indore's New Waste-to-Energy Plant: A Green Leap Forward

Indore is set to open a waste-to-energy plant costing Rs 200 crore, as part of the 2024-25 municipal budget. The plant will process 500 tonnes of waste daily, generating six megawatts of electricity. Additionally, provisions for free Wi-Fi at major crossings and traffic signal improvements were included.

In a significant move for environmental sustainability, Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav announced the establishment of a waste-to-energy plant costing about Rs 200 crore. This initiative, a key feature of the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) budget for 2024-25, aims to convert garbage into 6 megawatts of electricity daily.

The plant will handle 500 tonnes of waste per day, marking a crucial step towards reducing landfill use and generating renewable energy. Mayor Bhargav emphasized the project's importance for environmental protection.

Additionally, the IMC budget includes measures to reduce air and noise pollution by urging drivers to turn off their engines at red lights and providing free Wi-Fi at 150 major crossings. However, the budget session witnessed controversy as opposition Congress councillors protested alleged corruption within the municipal corporation.

(With inputs from agencies.)