[Karda Natam]

DAPORIJO, 22 Sep: Stakeholders and resource persons suggested various measures for strengthening the existing waste management system in Upper Subansiri district.

They offered their suggestions during a stakeholders'meeting on cleanliness drives and solid waste management in the towns of the district, held here on Tuesday by the district administration. The meeting was attended by government officials, representatives of various NGOs, resource persons, and experts.

The meeting focused on evolving practical and sustainable measures for improving solid waste management and maintaining cleanliness in urban and semi-urban areas of the district. Detailed discussions were held on issues related to waste collection, disposal, public participation, and maintaining cleanliness in marketplaces and other public places.

During the meeting, representatives of NGOs and other stakeholders highlighted the need for greater public awareness and community participation.

The meeting also stressed that maintaining clean towns is a shared responsibility requiring coordinated efforts from the district administration, local bodies, NGOs, business establishments, commuters, and the public.

The administration urged all stakeholders to work together to ensure proper waste disposal practices and sustained cleanliness, with the objective of making the towns of Upper Subansiri cleaner and more environmentally sustainable.