GHMC Launches QR-Based E-Waste Disposal Ecosystem in Hyderabad: 30 Drop Boxes, Doorstep Pickup, Rewards Announced

Hyderabad: In a major step towards sustainable waste management in Hyderabad, GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan launched a QR-based E-Waste Disposal Ecosystem to ensure safe and responsible handling of electronic waste. The system includes 30 drop boxes across stores, doorstep pickup services, awareness drives, and reward incentives, and is now operational with further expansion underway.

GHMC QR-Based E-Waste Disposal Ecosystem Launched in Hyderabad

The Commissioner GHMC RV Karnan officially launched a comprehensive, QR-enabled E-Waste Disposal Ecosystem aimed at safe, responsible, and sustainable handling of electronic waste across Hyderabad.

Electronic waste has been identified as a serious threat to human health and the environment if not disposed of properly. The Government of India classifies e-waste as a special category of waste, allowing only authorized agencies to handle its collection and processing.

Efforts Since January 2026

The GHMC Commissioner stated that:

• Since January 2026, GHMC has undertaken extensive e-waste collection efforts
• Conducted awareness programs across the city
• Now transitioned from short-term efforts to a long-term, self-sustaining ecosystem

This system aims to make responsible e-waste disposal accessible to all citizens.

30 E-Waste Drop Boxes Installed Across Hyderabad

Under the GHMC e-waste ecosystem, a Drop-Box Facility has been introduced:

• 30 e-waste drop boxes installed
• Located across retail outlets of major electronics stores:
  • BigC
  • BNew
  • Happi
  • LOT
  • Sangeetha
  • Select
  • Touch
• Citizens can locate drop points using QR access
• As of 21 April 2026, all stores have operational and standardized drop boxes

Doorstep Pickup Service for E-Waste

GHMC has also introduced a Doorstep Pickup Service:

• Citizens can soon request pickup via a QR-enabled system
• Partnered with Hyderabad-based authorized e-waste recyclers:
  • Earth Sense
  • Recytronics
  • Pure Earth
  • Z Enviro
  • Green Enviro
• All recyclers have been onboarded and trained

Awareness Drives and Collection Events

As part of the initiative:

• Ward-level awareness programs will be conducted
• E-waste collection drives will be organized
• Citizens will be educated on environmental and health impacts

All collected waste will be processed strictly by authorized recyclers as per regulatory guidelines. Event locations will be announced soon.

Rewards for Responsible Disposal

The GHMC Commissioner announced incentives:

• Citizens disposing of e-waste responsibly will receive:
  • Appreciation certificates
  • Redeemable reward points
• Points can be used at approved Self Help Groups, including:
  • Shilparamam
  • Other partner agencies (with expansion plans)

Benefits of the E-Waste Ecosystem

The initiative is expected to:

• Strengthen source segregation
• Increase citizen participation
• Enable effective waste tracking
• Reduce burden on landfills

GHMC has also invited brands, volunteers, and stakeholders to participate and provide feedback for continuous improvement.

Launch Event at Ameerpet Stores

The E-Waste Ecosystem was formally launched by GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan at:

• Happi electronic store
• BigC electronic store

located in Ameerpet, Hyderabad.

The event was attended by:

• Representatives from Earth Sense E-Waste Recycling Company
• GHMC official @ZC_Khairatabad Priyanka
• Other officials

The GHMC QR-based E-Waste Disposal Ecosystem in Hyderabad, launched by Commissioner RV Karnan, introduces 30 drop boxes, doorstep pickup services, awareness drives, and reward incentives, aiming for safe and sustainable e-waste management, with the system now operational and expanding across the city.

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