Anantnag, November 10, 2025:
In its continued journey towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, the Municipal Council (MC) Anantnag organised a Capacity Building Programme under the guidance of Mr. Tabraiz Madani, Capacity Building Expert, to empower the city’s sanitation workforce and municipal staff. The session was held in the presence of the Executive Officer, MC Anantnag, and senior officials of the Council, who lauded the participants for their unwavering commitment to maintaining cleanliness in the town.
The event brought together sanitary supervisors, sanitation workers, and data entry operators, creating a platform for open learning, discussion and collaboration. Mr. Madani led the session with an interactive and practical approach, focusing on the core areas that define modern waste management source segregation, plastic waste reduction and the establishment of RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Centres.
He highlighted how segregation of waste at the household level forms the backbone of the entire waste management system, enabling effective recycling and reducing the load on dumping sites. “If we get segregation right, half the problem of waste management is already solved,” he remarked, urging the participants to take this message into every street and household of Anantnag.
The discussion on single-use plastics struck a strong chord with the participants. Mr. Madani explained the long-term environmental hazards posed by plastic waste and encouraged everyone to act as ambassadors of change by promoting sustainable alternatives within their communities. The concept of RRR Centres was also discussed in depth, with examples of how these centres can help turn waste into valuable resources and support a circular economy.
A highlight of the day was the felicitation of Swaaha Resource Management Pvt. Ltd. for its remarkable contribution to the city’s IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) efforts. Through its consistent awareness campaigns, creative outreach, and citizen engagement activities, Swaaha has helped build a stronger connection between people and the mission of sustainable waste management.
Speaking on the occasion, the Executive Officer of MC Anantnag appreciated the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders from sanitation teams to IEC partners in driving behavioural change at the ground level. He stressed that effective waste management is not just the responsibility of the municipal body but a shared duty that requires active citizen participation.
The programme concluded on a high note, with the participants reaffirming their commitment to implement the learnings on the ground and inspire others to follow. The session didn’t just equip the staff with technical knowledge it strengthened their sense of purpose, reminding everyone that real change begins with awareness, teamwork and a shared vision for a better tomorrow.
With such initiatives, MC Anantnag continues to set an example in community-driven sanitation and environmental sustainability. Step by step and through collective effort, the city is moving steadily toward its goal of becoming a zero-waste, clean and green Anantnag.
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