The Delhi government has announced the development of India’s first E-Waste Eco Park at Holambi Kalan, aiming to manage growing electronic waste sustainably and promote a circular economy.
E-Waste Eco Park
- The park will be set up at Holambi Kalan, North-West Delhi.
- It is India’s first integrated facility dedicated to electronic waste recycling.
- Spread across 11.4 acres, it will process up to 51,000 metric tonnes of e-waste every year.
Project Implementation
- Will be developed by DSIIDC (Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation).
- Built under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) using the DBFOT model: Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer
- The park will be operated under a 15-year concession period.
Separate zones for:
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- Dismantling and refurbishing
- Component testing and plastic recovery
- Second-hand electronics market
- Skill development and training centres for informal workers.
- Estimated to generate over 1,000 green jobs.
Importance and Impact
- Expected to handle 25% of Delhi’s e-waste efficiently.
- Promotes sustainable urban infrastructure and smart recycling models.
- Reduces hazardous waste, curbs landfill use, and enables resource recovery.
- Serves as a national model for e-waste management.
Conclusion
The E-Waste Eco Park marks a big step toward formalising India’s e-waste recycling system. It promotes green employment, resource efficiency, and is a model of environmentally responsible urban planning.
