IIM Shillong Hosts Roundtable on Waste Management: Sustainable Solutions for a Cleaner Shillong

IIM Shillong, through its Northeast Centre for Community Impact and Engagement (NE-CCIE), hosted a significant roundtable discussion on sustainable waste management for Shillong. The event brought together representatives from the Meghalaya Institute of Governance, Bethany Society, OCU, and Synjuk ki Nongsynshar Shnong Nongthymmai Pyllun to address pressing waste management challenges and propose actionable solutions.
The event was inaugurated by Prof DP Goyal, Director of IIM Shillong, who emphasised the critical need for collaboration between academic institutions, government bodies, and local communities in tackling urban waste issues. Col Dinesh Adhikari, CAO of IIM Shillong, showcased the institution’s innovative campus practices that promote sustainability. Moderated by Dr Teidorlang Lyngdoh, Chair of NE-CCIE, the discussion fostered meaningful contributions from all stakeholders.
Key Solutions Proposed
The roundtable concluded with a shared vision to integrate innovative solutions, community engagement, and policy support to make Shillong a model for sustainable urban waste management. Participants agreed that such collaborative efforts would pave the way for a cleaner, greener future for the city.
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