Rajasthan Accelerates Towards ‘Zero Dumpsite’ Goal Under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma’s Leadership

Rs 310-Crore Project to Transform Urban Landscapes; 75 Lakh Cubic Metres of Legacy Waste to be Scientifically Processed

Jaipur, July 2026: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, the Rajasthan Government is steadily advancing its mission to make cities cleaner, environmentally sustainable and aligned with the national ‘Zero Dumpsite’ objective. As part of this initiative, a project worth over Rs 310 crore is being implemented for the scientific disposal of approximately 75 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste accumulated across 152 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in the state.

The project marks a significant step towards achieving the Government of India’s national goal of eliminating legacy waste dumpsites. In addition to clearing old waste, the initiative also includes the establishment of modern waste processing plants at these locations. These facilities are expected to strengthen long-term solid waste management systems, reduce the need for future dumping grounds and promote sustainable urban development.

Implementation Across 152 Urban Local Bodies

Under this ambitious project, work has gained significant momentum across the state. So far:

• Work orders have been issued in 30 Urban Local Bodies for the scientific disposal of more than 24 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste.
• Letters of Acceptance (LoAs) have been issued in 40 Urban Local Bodies covering the treatment of over 35 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste.
• In the remaining 82 Urban Local Bodies, technical evaluation is currently underway after receiving bids for the disposal of approximately 16 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste.

The state government expects the project to significantly improve urban sanitation and environmental conditions while freeing valuable land currently occupied by waste dumps.

Strengthening Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0

The initiative is aligned with the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, under which the Central Government has set a national target of creating ‘Zero Dumpsites’ across the country.

To achieve this objective, the Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme has been launched to expedite the scientific remediation of legacy waste. Under the programme, Rajasthan successfully remediated nearly 24 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste between November 2025 and March 2026, reflecting the state’s commitment to sustainable waste management.

Scientific Waste Processing Through Biomining

The project employs biomining technology for the scientific processing of old waste. Under this method, legacy waste is excavated, segregated and processed into different categories to recover reusable materials.

Soil-like material extracted during the process can be utilised in road construction, while plastics and metals are sent for recycling. Combustible waste is converted into Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF), which is used by the cement industry and for energy generation.

This scientific approach not only addresses the long-standing challenge of legacy waste disposal but also promotes the recovery and reuse of valuable resources, contributing to a cleaner environment, sustainable urban infrastructure and a circular economy.

The Rajasthan Government said the initiative reflects its commitment to building cleaner, healthier and environmentally responsible cities while supporting the national vision of sustainable urban development.