Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is set to make Guwahati Railway Station India’s first fully plastic recycling hub by Independence Day 2025, in a bold move toward sustainability.
The initiative, launched in collaboration with IIT Guwahati and the Assam Pollution Control Board (APCB), aims to transform plastic waste management across India’s railway system.
This project highlights Indian Railways’ commitment to eco-friendly practices and sets an example for public infrastructure nationwide.
Guwahati was chosen as the pilot site due to its significance as the main gateway to the Northeast. The station handles thousands of passengers daily, making it an ideal location to implement this sustainability model.
NFR aims not only to reduce plastic waste but also to improve recycling systems and raise awareness among passengers about the harmful effects of single-use plastics.
The Assam Pollution Control Board is playing a key role in ensuring compliance and engaging the public. It is conducting awareness campaigns to educate commuters on the importance of responsible waste disposal.
Together, the partners aim to create a station where recycling becomes a part of everyday life.
The transformation will include an integrated waste management system, with separate bins for dry and wet waste, dedicated plastic collection points, and on-site recycling units to process waste into reusable products.
