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Earth Day 2026: Here's how you can contribute to make Mumbai a better place
Updated On: 22 April, 2026 09:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble
Two experts tell Devashish Kamble how you can pitch in beyond the annual one-hour switch-off ritual. Plus, a handy guide to put your learnings in action through city-wide activities today

India shines bright in NASA’s recently released visualisation of night-time illumination over an eight-year period. PIC COURTESY/NASA
For better monsoons
Mumbai generates over 7000 tonnes of waste each day. A huge proportion of this is poorly segregated, reflecting a mindset that the city can no longer afford. Transitioning to a culture of responsible waste management should begin at home. Segregating waste at source and composting kitchen waste, either individually or at the housing society level, can significantly reduce the burden on the municipality.


