Cities around the world struggle with waste management, as mountains of garbage fill up landfills, emit foul odours and pose a threat to public health. However, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has found a way to repurpose metal waste into beautiful artefacts, exhibiting them at various parks around the city.
From Waste to Art
By recycling metal waste, the MCC has been able to create 16 unique artefacts, including the mythical double-headed bird Gandaberunda, peacock, tiger, and elephant, among others. The project, executed as a pilot, aims to sensitise people about the importance of recycling and reusing waste.
Mayor Shivakumar stated that the initiative is part of a broader effort to encourage waste treatment and recycling. The goal is to inspire the public to recycle and reuse discarded items by demonstrating their potential value.
Innovative Waste Management
The MCC’s efforts follow innovative waste management programmes adopted by other local bodies across the country. The MCC has also partnered with a city-based company, Jagruth Tech, to recycle plastic waste into eco-friendly and durable products, such as interlocking pavements.
Jagruth Tech was founded by a city-based youth, Darshan C, with the mission to make the best use of waste and combat the plastic waste menace. The company has set
up a waste plastic recycling unit in JP Nagar.
The Importance of Waste Reduction
Mysuru is setting an example for other cities by demonstrating how waste reduction and recycling can create beautiful artefacts and environmentally friendly products. The initiative also helps to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills, preventing further damage to the environment.
In conclusion, the MCC’s innovative waste management programmes show that waste can be repurposed in creative and useful ways. With the participation of the public and more such initiatives, we can make a positive impact on the environment while creating beautiful art and products.
