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“Menstrual cups and pads differ vastly in form and use. Cups are reusable silicone inserts worn internally that collect blood, while pads are disposable, absorbent materials worn externally.
The temple authorities made a notable change to shift from plastic to stainless steel. All plastic covers and plates have been replaced with their more sustainable counterparts, while even the flower offerings are now presented in small butti (baskets) instead of plastic covers. The wet waste generated, such as flowers and leaves, will be meticulously composted, contributing to a significant reduction in overall waste.
Dr Shanthi Tummala, the Project Consultant at Saahas and a sustainability expert, said the objective of the project is to instill a sense of responsibility towards waste from citizens. “We are not looking at reducing the quantity of waste yet but are hoping to change the mindset of people from ‘not in my backyard’ attitude,” she said, adding that the majority of the public is often of the opinion that taking care of waste is a responsibility of the city’s municipal body.
Travelling? Get your own water bottle
Travelling? Get your own water bottle
ByY Maheswara ReddyY Maheswara Reddy / Updated: Mar 14, 2021, 06:00 IST
Planning to take the Karnataka State Road
Transport Corporation (KSRTC) or private bus any time soon? Well, you better leave behind all the single-use plastic items you were thinking of carrying. This is so that you get used to a new rule, that is likely to be introduced if the
KSRTC and railway authorities firm up on a ban on this higly polluting material.
“We have organised a meeting with the KSRTC officials and railway authorities to discuss preventing passengers carrying single-use plastic during the transit,’’ said