THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

LAPANGA, APRIL 7, 2026

Emphasizing the urgent need for environmentally responsible practices at the grassroots level, a comprehensive workshop on solid waste management, sanitation and hygiene was organized for Bomaloi Gram Panchayat at the Aditya Aluminium Project Office “Gyandhara.” The initiative, supported by Aditya Aluminium, Lapanga, in collaboration with partner NGO NIWCYD, aimed to strengthen awareness and encourage practical solutions for effective waste management and environmental protection.

The workshop brought together key Panchayat stakeholders and community representatives, creating a vibrant platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing and collective action towards building a cleaner and healthier environment.

Among the prominent participants were Sarpanch Saraswati Pradhan, Samiti Member, Ward Members, Community Resource Persons (CRPs), MBKs, Anganwadi and ASHA workers, members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and other local representatives who play a crucial role in implementing sanitation initiatives at the grassroots level.

Representatives from NIWCYD, Subhadra Mahapatra and Jitendra Kumar Sahu, provided detailed insights into the “Lighthouse Project,” an innovative initiative focused on strengthening systems for waste segregation, scientific collection and recycling. The project envisions transforming Bomaloi Panchayat into a model Panchayat that demonstrates sustainable and community-driven solid waste management practices.

The workshop highlighted the importance of behavioural change, community participation and institutional coordination to address challenges related to improper waste disposal and sanitation gaps. Participants were sensitized on the environmental and health benefits of waste segregation at source, reduction of plastic waste and adoption of eco-friendly practices that contribute to long-term sustainability.

By equipping grassroots leaders and community workers with practical knowledge and strategies, the initiative is expected to accelerate local efforts towards improved sanitation infrastructure, better hygiene standards and enhanced environmental consciousness.

The collaborative effort reflects a growing commitment to empower rural communities with the tools and awareness necessary to achieve cleaner surroundings and healthier lifestyles.