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Waste of a Nation provides a comprehensive examination of India’s escalating waste crisis and its far-reaching impacts on society, environment, and health. Authors Assa Doron and Robin Jeffrey conduct extensive research into how rapid urbanization, population growth, and increased consumption have overwhelmed India’s waste management infrastructure.
The book delves into the human dimension of waste, exploring the lives of sanitation workers, rag pickers, and informal waste handlers who navigate dangerous conditions daily. Through compelling narratives and detailed analysis, the authors reveal systemic failures in policy implementation, inadequate infrastructure investment, and the marginalization of those working in the waste sector.
Beyond documenting problems, the work investigates potential solutions and innovative approaches being implemented across Indian cities. This critical study offers valuable insights into one of India’s most pressing contemporary challenges and serves as a broader commentary on development, inequality, and sustainability in the Global South.
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