Bulk waste generators in Erode district asked to register within 15 days
Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs) in Erode district, India, are mandated to register through the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) portal within 15 days, as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026. BWGs, including large institutions and establishments, must segregate waste at source and comply with Extended Bulk Waste Generator Responsibility provisions.
Why it matters
This directive aims to improve solid waste management and environmental compliance in Erode district, promoting source segregation and proper disposal among large waste generators to reduce pollution and enhance public health.
Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs) in Erode district have been directed to register through the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) portal within 15 days, in accordance with the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026.
In a press release, Collector S. Kandasamy said an institution or establishment would be classified as a BWG if it met any one of three criteria — a building with a total built-up area of 20,000 sq. metres or more, daily water consumption of 40,000 litres or more, or generation of 100 kg or more of solid waste a day.
The provision covers residential welfare associations, hotels, government and private hospitals, government and private educational institutions, IT establishments, parks, marriage halls, commercial complexes, markets, industries and other large establishments.
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