Current Context: Delhi government has approved India’s first e-waste eco park in Holambi Kalan, North Delhi.
ABOUT E-WASTE ECO PARK
- Location: Holambi Kalan, North Delhi (area: 11.4 acres).
- Capacity: Can process 51,000 tonnes of e-waste per year.
- Covers: All 106 types of electronic waste as per E-Waste Management Rules, 2022.
- Investment: ₹150 crore (estimated); expected to generate ₹350+ crore in revenue.
- PPP Model: Project will be developed under a Public-Private Partnership.
Need: India is the 3rd largest e-waste generator globally; Delhi contributes ~9.5% of total e-waste.