Bridging Policy, Practice, and People: A Governance Perspective on Bengaluru’s Waste Management

By : Dipak Mandal

Page No: 170-187

Abstract
The research paper explores the complex dynamics of waste management in Bengaluru, emphasising the roles and challenges faced by various stakeholders.The study scrutinises the collaborative efforts of activists, resident welfare associations, non-governmental organisations, and government bodies in advancing sustainable waste management practices. The research comprehensively analyses stakeholders’ interactions and their impact on policy and practice by employing a mixed-method approach and utilising both primary and secondary data. The primary objective is to offer actionable insights to develop effective waste management strategies. Furthermore, the research aims to stimulate community-driven initiatives to address the specific challenges Bengaluru faces in achieving sustainable waste management. This exploration contributes to the broader discourse on effective urban waste management strategies, underscoring the critical importance of stakeholders’ involvement in promoting sustainable practices within urban settings.

Author
Dipak Mandal, PhD in Development Studies, Centre for Research in Urban Affairs (CRUA), Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC), Dr V K R V Rao Road, Nagarabhavi Post, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
 

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32381/NL.2025.57.02.4