12 Aug The Domestic Hazardous Waste Crisis in India

As COVID-19 has been progressing all over the world, one of the more important topics that is gaining attention is medical waste disposal. In India, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) had released a set of guidelines earlier this year for safe and scientific handling, treatment and disposal of biomedical waste generated as part of COVID-19 interventions including testing and treatment at healthcare facilities.  While these guidelines are well-thought of, a big gap presents itself during implementation. With large numbers of asymptomatic-to-mildly symptomatic COVID positive patients quarantining themselves at home, the guidelines for collection and disposal of hazardous waste coming from...