New Delhi, Sept. 30 -- A decade after the Swachh Bharat Mission began, India has made visible progress in tackling waste and improving cleanliness. Open waste has reduced in several areas, and many cities report better cleanliness metrics. Luthra Group has been working with communities, municipalities, and industries to help turn this progress into lasting impact. The success stories, however, only hint at what is possible when a large population starts thinking differently about waste.

India generates around 62 million tonnes of municipal solid waste annually, with industrial waste adding to that tally. This waste can be seen as a source for a net-zero future. It can contribute to energy security, water independence, and climate leaders...