Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi

Udupi, Feb 8: he Udupi district hospital has set a benchmark in waste management by generating revenue worth lacs of rupees over the past two years through the systematic disposal and recycling of medical and general waste.

The hospital has implemented a robust segregation process where waste is categorized into dry, wet, and biomedical waste at the source. It is reported that the scrap materials, including plastic bottles, cardboard, and other recyclable items, are being sold to authorized recycling units, leading to a steady income for the institution.

According to available information, the revenue generated from these activities is being utilized for the maintenance and developmental works of the hospital. The success of the Solid and Liquid Resource Management (SLRM) unit within the hospital premises has been highlighted as a primary factor for this achievement.

Health department sources indicate that the initiative has not only helped in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within the hospital vicinity but has also significantly reduced the burden of waste disposal on the local municipal body. The systematic approach is now being considered as a model for other government hospitals in the state to ensure environmental sustainability while being financially self-reliant.