Ambuja Cements has implemented a solid and liquid waste management initiative in Vadnagar village, Gujarat, through the Lighthouse Initiative (LHI).
This project, a collaboration between the public and private sectors under the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, is set to roll out across 75 Gram Panchayats (GPs) in 15 states during its initial phase, with Vadnagar leading as the first village to effectively implement the LHI project.
With the support from Ambuja Cements, Vadnagar Gram Panchayat, located in Kodinar block of Gir Somnath district, has become a standout example in plastic waste management (PWM) under Phase II of the Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen (SBM-G).
Ambuja Cements ensured effective waste management under LHI by supporting Vadnagar for house-to-house waste collection and segregation.
Additional initiatives, including the creation of a rag-picker group and the establishment of necessary infrastructure, contributed to the successful management of plastic waste. Notably, 2500 kg of plastic waste has been collected and sent to Ambuja Cements for safe disposal.