Date of Publication :3rd July 2024

Abstract: With the Rapid urbanization, economic growth, and higher rate of urban consumption, Solid Waste is increasing rapidly. According to the survey report by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), India generates over 62 Million Tons of MSW in a year from this around 5.6 MT come from Plastic waste (12-15 %) and Paper waste around 3 MT (6-7%). However sustainable waste management planning helps in addressing the Solid Waste management. This paper covers the sustainable management for handling of Plastic and paper waste. With the Use of Plastic waste and paper waste to form gravels blocks which can be used in place of traditional gravel blocks in switchyard which results in greener environment.

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