Itanagar, Aug 19: In a major step towards sustainable waste management and renewable energy, Urban Development and ULB Minister Balo Raja, along with Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) Mayor Tamme Phassang, inspected the upcoming Waste-to-Charcoal Plant at the city dumping ground.
Speaking to the media, Mayor Tamme Phassang informed that IMC collects nearly 80–90 metric tonnes of garbage every day. “To manage this huge volume and provide a long-term solution, we have partnered with a private company that will process the garbage and convert it into charcoal,” he said.
The Mayor further explained that the entire funding for the project will be undertaken by the company only, while the IMC’s responsibility will be to provide basic infrastructure such as electricity supply, approach roads, and security walls. Minister Balo Raja also assured full support from the ULB to IMC in facilitating the project.
Highlighting the significance of the initiative, Mayor Phassang said, “This innovative project is a major step towards making our city clean and green. By converting waste into charcoal, the plant will not only ensure scientific waste management but also generate a useful resource, contributing to a sustainable future.”
Earlier, the Minister, Mayor, and senior officials also inspected the Abrator House House at Chimpu.
The inspection was attended by key stakeholders, including the Commissioner (UA), Chief Engineer (UD), Director (ULB), Commissioner (IMC), Executive Engineer (Elect.), CED, and representatives of M/s 7Hills Nexgram, Guwahati.

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