What is the current height of the Bhalswa landfill's waste mountain?

The height of the legacy waste mountain at the Bhalswa site has been reduced from 65 meters to approximately 30 meters.

When will the biomining work at the Bhalswa landfill be completed?

The biomining work at the Bhalswa landfill site is expected to be completed by the end of December 2026.

How much legacy waste has been processed at the Bhalswa site?

Over 4.5 million metric tonnes of legacy waste were disposed of in the first phase, and an additional 4.34 million metric tonnes have been processed since December 2024.

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Delhi Landfill Height Halved, Target 2026

30 Apr

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Summary

Bhalswa landfill's legacy waste reduced from 65m to 30m.
Mayor targets complete legacy waste disposal by December 2026.
Over 4.5 million metric tonnes of waste already processed.

Delhi Landfill Height Halved, Target 2026

The height of the legacy waste mountain at Delhi's Bhalswa landfill has been significantly reduced from 65 meters to about 30 meters, Mayor Pravesh Wahi announced after a review of biomining operations. The project aims for complete disposal of the remaining 2.75 million tonnes of garbage by the end of December 2026.

Biomining operations at the Bhalswa site commenced in 2019 following a National Green Tribunal order. Initially, the site contained approximately 8 million tonnes of legacy waste. Through ongoing efforts, over 4.5 million metric tonnes were disposed of in the first phase. The second phase, initiated in December 2024, has already processed an additional 4.34 million metric tonnes, accelerating the process.

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