Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016
- Applies to urban local bodies, residential societies, and commercial establishments.
- Mandates source segregation (dry, wet, and domestic hazardous waste).
- ULBs must ensure door-to-door collection, processing, and disposal.
- Emphasizes extended producer responsibility (EPR) for manufacturers and brand owners.
Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (amended in 2022)
- Bans single-use plastics and mandates proper labeling and collection mechanisms.
- Producers, importers, and brand owners (PIBOs) are responsible for post-consumer plastic waste.
- Introduces EPR targets for collection, recycling, and end-of-life disposal.
Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016
- Applies to hospitals, labs, clinics, and healthcare facilities.
- Requires segregation at source (color-coded bins), proper storage, treatment (incineration/autoclaving), and disposal.
- Mandatory registration with State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs).
E-Waste Management Rules, 2016 (amended in 2022)
- Applies to producers, consumers, dismantlers, and recyclers of electrical/electronic equipment.
- Producers must comply with EPR responsibilities, ensuring safe collection, storage, recycling, and disposal.
- Introduces a centralized EPR portal to track compliance.
Hazardous and Other Wastes Rules, 2016
- Covers waste generated by industries such as chemicals, paint, pharmaceuticals, etc.
- Industries must maintain records, obtain authorizations, and follow treatment/disposal protocols.
- Prohibits illegal import of hazardous waste.
Construction & Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016
- Enforces segregation of C&D waste at the source.
- Mandates recycling of debris for use in construction, roads, etc.
- Local authorities must set up C&D waste processing facilities.
