RMC announces 4-bin system for effective waste disposal

Ranchi: The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) on Monday announced that it will introduce a four-bin waste segregation system across the city as part of stricter implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026.

Under the new system, daily waste will have to be segregated by residents, institutions and commercial establishments into four categories: wet waste in green bins, dry waste in blue bins, sanitary waste in red bins and domestic hazardous or special-care waste in black bins.

Civic officials said the move is aimed at improving recycling and ensuring scientific disposal of waste generated in the city daily.

The segregation drive is also expected to strengthen operations at the compressed bio-gas plant in Jhiri, operated by GAIL India Ltd, where wet waste is processed into bio-CNG and organic manure.

RMC officials said that around 80 tonnes of wet waste currently reaches the facility with a capacity to process 150 tonnes daily, with a target to raise supply to 100 tonnes by the end of the month and eventually utilise it fully.

During a meeting with representatives of bulk waste generators on Monday, additional municipal commissioner Sanjay Kumar said that mixed waste would not be accepted and urged residents to ensure segregation before handing over garbage for collection.

“Segregation at source is necessary for effective recycling and scientific disposal. Public participation is key to making the system work,” Kumar said.

The civic body also directed bulk generators producing over 100 kg of waste daily to manage biodegradable waste at source and comply with segregation norms.

“Waste segregation is a necessary step, and banquet halls can separate food waste effectively. The challenge comes during large events when waste is generated in high volume. It will need staff training, proper bins and consistent collection support from the civic body,” said Amit Kumar, a banquet hall owner in Bariatu.

Residents, however, said the initiative must be backed by regular waste collection.

“Separating waste at home is not difficult, but garbage pickup in Hatma’s inner lanes remains irregular. Waste often lies outside houses for two to three days,” said Anita Devi, a resident of ward 2.