17 women, 300+ families, and zero public dustbins: How one Himalayan village tackled garbage and became one of the cleanest in India

17 women, 300+ families, and zero public dustbins: How one Himalayan village tackled garbage and became one of the cleanest in India

In Phadamchen village, a group of seventeen determined women took on the pressing issue of waste management. They empowered over 300 families with knowledge on waste segregation and composting, leading to the village's recognition as the cleanest in Sikkim. Their commitment fostered efficient plastic waste recycling and established a sustainable model for managing waste, paving the way for a cleaner environment.