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G-INews, Kanpur : Clean waste management and sustainable agriculture received a major boost as LCB Fertilizers Pvt. Ltd., an incubated startup from Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, signed a landmark 10-year agreement with Nagar Nigam Haldwani and Aarti Group.
Under this tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), a state-of-the-art plant with a capacity of 150 tonnes per month has been commissioned in Haldwani to process biodegradable waste into high-quality fertilizers.Turning Waste into WealthThe innovative technology developed by LCB Fertilizers enables the scientific conversion of city-generated organic waste into crop-specific fertilizers.
This initiative is expected to significantly improve solid waste management while supporting farmers with sustainable and श्रीवास्तव-quality inputs.
The agreement was signed between:Akshay Srivastava, CEO of LCB FertilizersAkash Rathi, representative of Aarti GroupOfficials from Nagar Nigam Haldwani
CEO’s Vision : Speaking on the occasion, CEO Akshay Srivastava said the company aims to transform waste into valuable resources and build sustainable agricultural solutions. He emphasized that the technology can help municipalities reduce waste while simultaneously boosting farmers’ income.
Impact on City and Environment
Officials from Nagar Nigam Haldwani highlighted that the project will
- Reduce landfill burden significantly Strengthen urban cleanliness initiatives
- Generate local employment opportunities
- A Scalable Model for IndiaExperts believe this waste-to-fertilizer model aligns with national missions like Swachh Bharat, circular economy, and sustainable farming. If successful, it can be replicated across other Indian cities.
Conclusion:This initiative marks a significant step forward in integrating urban waste management with agricultural sustainability, positioning Haldwani as a model city. With innovation driven by Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, the project could redefine how Indian cities tackle organic waste and fertilizer production in the future.
