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  • Hecs Group Inaugurates Its Corporate Office And Lays Foundation Stone For Its Second Manufacturing Unit

    Hecs Group Inaugurates Its Corporate Office And Lays Foundation Stone For Its Second Manufacturing Unit

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    Chennai, May 30: HECS, a leading South Indian Environmental Solutions provider on 26th May 2022, inaugurated its corporate office at Guindy Industrial Estate. Thiru Siva inaugurated the corporate office. V. Meyyanathan Hon. Minister of Environment and Climate Change, TN, in the presence of Mr Dustin Bickel (Economic Officer, US Consulate). The event also marked the virtual foundation stone laying of the HECS manufacturing facility at SIPCOT Vallam Vadagal.

    The event was well attended by over 250 well-wishers, including various leaders from top Industrial houses in the country and across the globe.

    Hon Minister of Environment and Climate Change Thiru Siva. V. Meyyanathan spoke about the importance of preserving our Environment and Water bodies and adopting the latest technologies in pursuit of the same. He also mentioned various initiatives of the Tamil Nadu Government towards this. He also mentioned the manufacturing unit being set up by HECS at Vallam Vadagal to manufacture Sewage Treatment Plants and stressed the need for treating and reusing sewage.

    During his speech at the inaugural event, Mr Dustin Bickel – Economic Officer of the US Consulate, stressed the bilateral co-cooperation between both countries on environmental protection and climate change. He also spoke regarding the growing need for sustainable development.

    Dr JR Moses, the CEO and Managing Director of HECS, further spoke about the company’s journey over the last 25 years since its humble inception in the year 1997. He spoke about the various advancements in technology over the years in this field. He also added that in its 25th year of operation, the company crossed the 100 Cr revenue mark in the financial year 21-22 for the first time and ended the financial year with total revenue of 120 Cr. He mentioned the efforts put in by HECS in manufacturing and spoke about their new manufacturing facility, which is to be set up at SIPCOT Vallam Vadagal on the outskirts of Chennai, which will be operational by Oct 2022.

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  • StreamKar: Spinning the Consumption of Live Stream Content for the Indian Youth

    StreamKar: Spinning the Consumption of Live Stream Content for the Indian Youth

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    New Delhi [India], May 30: Technological advancements have led to an upsurge in video content. This trend has further been accelerated in the wake of the global pandemic. The preferences of the Indian youth have drastically changed as they have shifted from watching television to surfing social media and online video streaming platforms.

    Why is live streaming gaining momentum?

    Social media platforms especially have become the mouthpiece for the Indian youth to voice out. Live streaming content has become the fastest means of communication to a vast audience and broadens the horizon of your reach. Therefore, this medium caters to the Gen Z cohort and has gained momentum.

    With the goldfish attention span of audiences, watching videos has far superseded any other modes of communication. Streaming live on a social media platform is engaging, entertaining, and serves a larger purpose.

    On a live streaming platform like StreamKar, you get to broadcast your talents and skills and connect with fellow influencers as well. Thus, a live streaming platform boosts your confidence, increases your viewership and helps you improve upon them by receiving audience feedback in real-time.

    Benefits of live streaming

    The conversation today is spinning in the direction of live streaming, which many youngsters take great interest in. But what is the potential of live streaming? The fact that anyone can conduct a live stream from anywhere in the world and at any time makes this a convenient platform. Content creators and influencers looking to create a niche in this field can also track their success in terms of viewership and viewer behaviour. Relevant data and metrics would further help them improve their content and sculpt it according to the audience’s liking. Here is where StreamKar plays an important role.

    StreamKar: India’s most preferred video streaming platform

    StreamKar is India’s famous live-streaming app with over 50 million downloads on Google Play Store. Here is a platform that provides content creators and influencers with an opportunity to showcase their talent and make their presence felt.

    Moreover, while the pandemic had affected the lives and livelihood of many people, StreamKar came to their rescue. Content creators could create content from the comfort of their homes and generate revenue. With minimal production cost, individuals could make a name for themselves. StreamKar was also an enabler for bringing women from rural areas into the spotlight. Women got the opportunity to earn revenue during the pandemic as it was during this time that digital technology penetrated the rural sector and reduced the digital gender gap. Mobile usage across rural India expanded, and with it, the chance for women to become financially independent. Amidst the many unprecedented hardships that women encountered, StreamKar came as a boon by allowing them to display their creations and talents.

    StreamKar reached the rural pockets of India not only with its multi-linguistic user interface but by distributing masks and spreading the word about safety during the pandemic. It motivated many influencers, both at the beginner and professional level, to join hands for a common cause.

    Video streaming platforms like StreamKar act as gatekeepers of security. Therefore, any content you broadcast will remain safe and protected. So, to go live and reach a global audience with your talent, download StreamKar today!

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  • Kishore Gokavarapu – has been awarded as Most Prominent Industry Professional of the Year – 2022, API Production & Operations Category by Business Mint

    Kishore Gokavarapu – has been awarded as Most Prominent Industry Professional of the Year – 2022, API Production & Operations Category by Business Mint

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    Hyderabad, 30 May: Thought leadership can take any enterprise to greater heights while being the flagbearer to the society for peace and prosperity. With impeccable tools such as compassion and sensibility, a leader can effortlessly soft-pedal numerous existing societal issues. One example of such exemplary leadership is Kishore Gokavarapu, who has made a mark in his targeted industry with his sheer determination and utmost dedication. Kishore is the Plant Head of Deft Organics Limited, an emerging leader in manufacturing and supplying high-value, low-volume APIs specializing in biological molecules. Kishore was recently awarded the prestigious title “Most Prominent Industry Professional of the Year – 2022 in API Production & Operations Category”.                                         

    With an enriched experience of 15 years in the pharma industry, Kishore has acquired expertise in API production and operations. As an altruist, Kishore reckons on giving back to society and has contributed significantly to many non-profitable organizations and charitable trusts to help underprivileged people. Kishore was born and brought up in Pulletikurru, near Amalapuram, in Andhra Pradesh, and perceived his Master’s in Organic Chemistry from Andhra University. Later, He forged into the pharma industry in pursuit of starting his career as a research scientist, which allowed him to expand his perception and make a difference in the world.

    Starting his career expedition as a chemist, Kishore sailed through several ups and downs across his profession. But Kishore’s core principles and values always motivated him to get ahead with high spirits. Being the Plant Head at a reputed organization, Kishore has reached the pinnacle of success. His adamant zeal to take new risks while being in sync with the technological advancements has helped him upgrade his skills which have been the secret sauce to his roaring success. For him, success has a very distinct definition. Kishore believes, “Success is nothing but where you were before and at present through this, you can analyze your success.”

    Kishore achieved one of the topmost positions in the pharmaceutical industry as a Plant Head at a very young age. Kishore has performed rigorous research that allowed him to make a major contribution to advancing the knowledge for developing medicines. Moreover, he has also published in many national and international journals/publications. Mr. Kishore has received ‘Honorary Doctorate D.Litt.’ from the University of South America for his excellent performance in his career trajectory in 2016. The thoughtful leader has also been conferred with ‘HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP AWARD’ from Madhya Pradesh Healthcare Leadership Awards in 2019 for his outstanding performance in the healthcare (pharmaceutical) industry. Kishore also bagged ‘The best/Outstanding Manager National Award 2020’ from the Kamarajar Institute of Education and Research (KIER) for his remarkable achievements and contributions to the society and research segment. For his extraordinary achievements at such young age, Kishore has also been venerated with the ‘Indian Achiever’s Award’ for ‘Man of Excellence’ in 2020. Kishore is often hailed as the Humanitarian who endeavours to Ensure a social impact via affordable medications by the pharma industry. 

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  • Bring the art of Snac-king to your screens!

    Bring the art of Snac-king to your screens!

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    New Delhi (India), May 28: When it comes to catching the eyes of the consumer on social media, generating digital content that interacts, digital content that stands out is a necessity, and in a continuously transforming platform, generating such content acts as quite a challenge, which brands and their digital partners are taking on quite comprehensively.

    Snac Atac, a famous snack manufacturing brand based out of Ahmedabad, has veered towards taking the wacky and fervent approach on their social media platforms, with close support from their digital partner’s Communication Crafts. What truly stands out in their social media marketing campaigns is the yearning to consistently do something out of the ordinary.

    Be it their language, out-of-the-box visuals, or pop-age inspired colour scheme, the Snac Atac social media ecosystem is garnering huge responses on platforms like Instagram and Facebook, especially from the Gen-Y and Gen-Z. This has led them to triple their reach and follower base in the past six months and easily breach the 10K barrier. The Cornado community, or ‘Cornado Fam’ as they call it, is growing rapidly even as you read this.

    They kicked off the year with their ‘Bhookh Uda De!’ campaign, a combination of distinct visuals portraying situations that combine hunger and the feeling of ‘getting blown away, along with their catchy and quirky taglines. The campaign garnered incredible responses on social media and was the bugle to Cornado announcing their presence on social media.

    Mr Shrenik Chowdhary, the Director of Snac Atac elaborates on this thought – “The first thing we wanted to do was build a strong connect with the youth in this country. We, along with our digital partners, Communication Crafts, created a persona and visual identity for the brand, which would leave a strong impression in the minds of Gen-Y and Gen-Z. Over the last six months, we have garnered huge success, not only on social media, but it has also positively impacted our sales and expansion. We’re proud to be one of the few snacking brands in the country to have our passionate community, and we intend to build upon it exponentially.”

    The age of new-age snacking has just begun, and social media is about to play a pivotal role in defining snacking habits and preferences of people across the world, especially the youth. Snac Atac just got the ball rolling, and we’re mighty impressed!

    You can learn more about Snac Atac on their website www.snacatac.in

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  • Market defining Pharma Expo, PharmaLytica returns with over 300 Brands

    Market defining Pharma Expo, PharmaLytica returns with over 300 Brands

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    Mumbai, 28 May 2022:  Informa Markets in India, the leading B2B exhibitions organiser, is back with the 8th edition of the PharmaLytica Expo, the premier global pharma trade show and conference. Slated from 1st -3rd June 2022, the three-day expo will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The focus of PharmaLytica Expo 2022 would be to keep companies abreast with innovations in the growing businesses of India’s pharma industry and achieve the vision of becoming a $130 bn industry by 2030.

    The expo, with over 300 topline brands, will present the entire value-added chain in niche segments within the Pharma industry and enable the community to pick up on the latest industry trends and innovations and conduct business with Analytical, Laboratory, Machinery, Packaging and other allied Industries. The show will be marked by over 300 brands and anticipates over 7000 trade visitors and 30 Conference speakers. The key players include Shimadzu, Thermolab, Agilent, Thermo Fisher, Saksham Scientific, SRICO, Newtronics, Mack Pharmatech, Saksham Scientific, Komal Scientific,  Sanosil Biotech, Toshvin Analytical, PCI Analytics, Sanitt Equipment, Elmach among many others.

    According to Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets, India, We are delighted to bring back the 8th edition of the PharmaLytica Expo in its full offline format, bringing the entire ecosystem of the industry and stakeholders under one roof, to be involved in an integrated endeavour to push the industry to new heights. This aligns with the PM’s vision to Ideate in India, Innovate in India, Make in India and Make for the World. The Government of India allocated Rs. 86,200 Crores (US$ 11.3 Bn) for the Pharma sector in the annual budget for the year 2022-23. This, along with the PLI scheme to reduce the import of bulk drugs and the PM Gati Shakti initiative to improve connectivity, will provide a much-required boost for the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare sector.”

     “PharmaLytica, which has over the years catered to the entire pharma supply chain with a keen intent to focus on niche and upcoming sections within it, will further bring to the fore many enterprising ventures providing a unique opportunity for global corporations looking for innovative solutions.” he added.

    The two-day conference also marks the event to discuss and deliberate on industry topics, challenges and opportunities towards digitalization, strategies for maintaining a global supply chain in a constrained manner and transforming labs into smart technological labs. The conference will cover topics like API, machinery and manufacturing, lab & analytical, QR Code, supply chain, packaging and labelling, and sterilization. B2B matchmaking and B2B networking will enable industry stalwarts, pharma leaders, technical heads & plant heads, medical heads & scientists, marketing & strategy leaders, R&D heads and technocrats, engineering & production professionals, purchase & packaging professionals, Regulatory Affairs professionals and others to interact and network with exhibitors from across the industry to discuss strategies to charter next phase of growth in the industry.

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  • IndustrialPlot.com An Exclusive Property Portal launched for Industrial Properties will boost Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission

    IndustrialPlot.com An Exclusive Property Portal launched for Industrial Properties will boost Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission

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    Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 28: IndustrialPlot.com, a Jaipur based real estate startup for the sale/rent of industrial and commercial properties, brings you the quickest and most convenient way to display your property advertisement and connect with prospective buyers & sellers, and tenants.

    The industrial sector has been regarded as an engine of economic growth and social development in many developed and developing countries. For a developed India, Infrastructure is key. For Infrastructure, we need industries that would generate employment, reduce imports and thus shape the economy. Foreign investment is expected to come in huge numbers. Therefore, land at affordable prices along with facilities will be needed. We thus provide you with a platform Industrialplot.com where you can find suitable land.

    Selecting space is an important decision for any business. The proper and right choice of location is instrumental in the business’s future success. With Industrialplot.com, you can find industrial space on your terms. It makes the industrial real estate process faster, simpler and more flexible; we are changing the way people look at industrial real estate.

    Our Services

    Industrialplot.com currently offer the following services-

    · A seller can list industrial & commercial properties for sale on our website to find the right buyer.

    · A buyer can find the best industrial and commercial property options at the best prices.

    · Apart from buying and selling, industrialplot.com also deals in rental properties. You can get the best industrial or commercial properties for rent.    

    · Industrialplot.com will help you close the deal faster as it is an exclusive portal for buying and selling commercial & industrial properties.     

    Why should you choose Industrialplot?

    Finding and selling industrial and commercial property was never easy because you won’t find many agents exclusively working in these fields. Existing online portals mainly deal in residential real estate, which is why there is a need for a dedicated online portal for industrial and commercial real estate only.

    · Industrialplot.com has a vast user base exclusively from the business category. That means the users are mainly interested in industrial and commercial properties.

    · Industrialplot.com offer a wide range of industrial and commercial properties like shops, land, office space, warehouses, cold storage, factory mines, schools, hotels, and hospitals.

    Our strategy to compete in the market – 

    As all the other online portals are working mainly in the residential segment, and commercial segment is their second choice, and that is where our motive comes into the picture. We focus on the industrial property segment as primary and commercial real estate as secondary.

    Industrialplot.com’s vision is very clear. We want to be a leader in the industrial real estate segment in the coming two years. We are starting from Rajasthan as Jaipur is in the top tier-2 cities in the warehousing industry and will expand to other cities of Rajasthan in the coming months.

    Our tagline says more about us “Connecting people, space and opportunity” we are connecting people from different sectors and domains, helping them with their requirements and creating opportunities for both.

    Who are the founders?

    Pratiiek Mor and Rohit Kumar founded Industrialplot.com. Both are from real estate backgrounds and have an aggregate of 20 years of experience. Currently, they are operating Jvdeals.in, which is a well-known real estate joint venture firm.

    At the end-

    With the increasing population and the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, India will witness massive manufacturing & production increment. So new industrial units are bound to be set up. Thus, the logistics and warehouse business will also increase. Recently PLI scheme by GOI gave the industrial sector a big boost. E-commerce is penetrating every nook and corner of our country. And so, warehousing demand is going to skyrocket. India is heading towards the industrial revolution. So we are going to be benefitted from these.

    One question that arises in everyone’s mind is that “there are a lot of online portals like 99acre, magicbricks, housing, makan, IndiaProperty, Nobroker, Olx, and many more, so is there a need for another property portal? According to our Co-founder Pratiiek Mor, “there is always scope for everyone. If you provide better services and improvised versions of something in the market, the market will welcome you.

    We believe that starting something may seem a bit difficult, but it is just the beginning. It can be not easy, but it is definitely possible. https://industrialplot.com/

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  • Her Health Matters: SimpliHealth experts celebrate International Women’s Health Day

    Her Health Matters: SimpliHealth experts celebrate International Women’s Health Day

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    New Delhi (India), May 28: Behind every healthy nation are its healthy women. It’s rightly said, a healthy woman ensures good health for the entire family. That’s why days like May 28th – the International Day of Action for Women’s Health, is highly significant.

    This International Women’s Health Day, SimpliHealth (www.simplihealth.in), India’s leading free online medical knowledge hub, got together some of the leading female doctors of Chandigarh, Panchkula, and Mohali to talk about women’s health and wellness. The doctors opined their views on how crucial it is to make women aware of the new diseases lurking in the alley for women as they enter a particular stage in their life.

    Dr. Nimisha Batra, the Consultant Radiologist at DN Imaging and Diagnostic Centre, wished all the women by saying, “A woman they say is a full circle in herself. Nature entrusts her with not just the power to create but also the power to nurture and transform. But this enormous responsibility that rests on a woman’s shoulders can only be fulfilled if she is healthy, not just physically but mentally. So here’s to keeping our women fit, happy, and healthy. Here’s to having each other’s back. Wishing every woman a very Happy International Women’s Health Day.”

    Dr.Preeti Jindal, Director of The Touch Clinic, Chandigarh, shared her thoughts on why women’s health issues should be addressed, “Women are pillars of society. A healthy family is built on the shoulders of healthy women. So be a happy, confident & healthy woman.”

    Educating society and shedding light on the importance of women’s health, Dr. Rachna Abrol’s message was, “The theme for IWHD 2022 is #Break the Bias. As health care workers, we dedicate this day to breaking down the barriers women face in filling their right to health. We need to focus on women’s health issues, including nutrition and reproductive health, and promote gender equality in getting access to quality healthcare.”

    Dr. Heena Chawla, Consultant Gynecologist and Laparoscopic surgeon at Apollo Clinic, Chandigarh, expressed her feelings, “A woman’s voice can change the world. So be a voice for your physical and mental health. You are the flagbearer of your family and society.”

    Early diagnosis plays an important role in prioritizing women’s health and breaking the bias. To understand and learn more about how you can improve your well-being, visit the SimpliHealth website or youtube channel (https://youtube.com/c/SimpliHealth), Get authentic and accurate information from top-rated gynecologists and obstetricians who answer your questions and guide you on health issues.

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  • Scooboo aims to transform Indian Stationery market

    Scooboo aims to transform Indian Stationery market

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    New Delhi (India), May 28:  Scooboo – the online stationery platform of HOKO Products LLP is creating buzz in the India stationery market for its innovative approach, high-quality stationery products and excellent post-sales service. Scooboo, already a renowned name among youngsters and stationery enthusiasts of India caters to stationery needs of all age groups and audiences ranging from offices to schools and shopkeepers to college students. Besides regular stationery, Scooboo sources globally-recognized products from well-known stationery brands around the world, and it provides the majority of Japanese stationery that is known for its high quality and thoughtful designs.

    Founded under the vision of Parag Jindal, Scooboo’s website offers a wide range of products, ranging from daily job necessities to artistic creations. The platform’s finest feature is that there is no minimum order amount, so you can order in bulk or look for a single item at a time. Whatever the case may be, they provide prompt delivery and product tracking. They also have a simple return policy if things are damaged or broken when they arrive. They also do not compromise on their quality. They have collaborated with many known stationery product brands that people look for, allowing customers to explore many brands under a single roof. Scooboo is a bootstrapped startup and has been a tremendous success since its launch.

    Talking about the online stationery store, founder Parag Jindal stated, “The Indian stationery market is unorganized, with a shortage of fresh product lines and decades of the same brand’s product being provided. Given my educational background, I recognized a significant disparity between what is accessible in India and what is sold elsewhere when I went deeper into India’s stationery sector and studied products in other countries such as Japan, Germany, and Dubai. In response to this demand, I decided to create a brand that would provide individuals across India with easy access to stationery products in a shorter amount of time.”

    He added, “At Scooboo, we aim to provide high-quality global stationery products and brands to Indian consumers and common ones that most aficionados are aware of but can’t find a way to obtain. I’m also grateful to my capable and professional team, which possesses the necessary skillsets for significant company activities such as procurement, warehouse, backend support, marketing, and sales. We see ourselves expanding and catering to many more brands and people throughout the world in the future.”

    Scooboo.in began with around 1000 products and has since grown to over 6000 products on its platform at any given point of time now, serving over 26000 pin codes nationally. If you are also looking for some amazing stationery products for yourself or your loved ones, visit www.scooboo.in to get the best stationery at affordable rates.

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  • Exeller Computer is a growing name for refurbished laptops in Delhi

    Exeller Computer is a growing name for refurbished laptops in Delhi

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    May 28: Exeller Computer is a renowned and growing name for refurbished laptops in Delhi. The company has built a reputation for providing quality pre-owned & refurbished laptops at an affordable price. Exeller Computer is committed to helping people to get the best and pocket-friendly laptops, whether they are used for office work, graphic designing, or normal internet browsing. The company offers great deals on secondhand & refurbished laptops from top brands like Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Apple. Exeller Computer also offers an assured warranty on all of its products.

    Exeller Computer is a government-registered company that focuses on providing a top-quality secondhand laptop & refurbished laptops, computer accessories and laptop repair services in Delhi. They are dedicated to exceeding the expectations of their customers, and their knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist you. Exeller Computer is your one-stop-shop for all your computer needs!

    To better serve its customers, Exeller has recently launched its online portal repair laptop near me. The website provides a convenient way for customers to find the nearest laptop repair services in Delhi. The site also offers a wide variety of secondhand & refurbished laptops to choose from and computer accessories online.

    The repair laptop near me is considered the best website for second hand refurbished laptops in India.

    “If you’re looking for a good deal on a laptop, you should definitely check out the best website for second hand and refurbished laptops in India. They have a great selection of refurbished laptops, and you can often find some amazing deals.”

    Corporate refurbished laptops are a great option for working professionals & college students. It is an excellent way to save money and they can offer the same performance and features. Be sure to check the condition of the refurbished laptop before purchasing.

    If you’re a freelancer and looking for a great deal on a laptop to set up your home office, opt for a refurbished laptop. You can often find laptops that have been gently used and are still in great condition but don’t cost as much as a brand-new model.

    There are many dealers of refurbished laptops in Delhi, but finding the best laptop dealers in the city can be difficult. It is recommended to check www.repairlaptopnearme.com to crack the best deals.

    A refurbished laptop is a great alternative – it’s been tested and certified to work like new but costs significantly less.

    There are many reasons why small businesses and startups choose to buy refurbished laptops in India. For one, refurbished laptops tend to be much more affordable than brand new models. If you’re looking for the best bang for your buck, then a refurbished laptop is definitely the way to go. In addition, refurbished laptops often come with all the same features and functions as a brand new model. So if you’re starting a small business or startup, don’t forget to consider refurbished laptops as an option.

    Website – https://www.repairlaptopnearme.com/

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  • E-Safai”, a Joint Initiative by RLG Systems and GIZ India, Seeks to Cultivate Mass Awareness Towards Safe and Sustainable E-waste Management

    E-Safai”, a Joint Initiative by RLG Systems and GIZ India, Seeks to Cultivate Mass Awareness Towards Safe and Sustainable E-waste Management

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    Virtual workshop on Hazardous Impacts of E-waste on Environment & Human Health

    New Delhi, May 28: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and RLG Systems India Private Limited have joined forces for the implementation of a three-year-long Public-Private Partnership Project titled “Setting Up Innovative Value Chain for e-Waste Management” also known as “E-Safai” initiative. The project is funded through the develoPPP programme that GIZ implements on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

    The primary objective of this landmark programme is to cultivate awareness regarding the safe and sustainable handling of e-waste among various stakeholders, including Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), schools, retailers, and bulk consumers. E-Safai intends to emphasise the refurbishment, dismantling and recycling of e-waste in an environmentally sound manner.

    Improper handling and disposal of e-waste severely impact human health and the environment since they contain several hazardous constituents such as cadmium, lead, chromium, mercury and precious metals like gold, silver and palladium. In developing countries like India, e-waste is majorly handled by the informal sector. In such informal settings, the valuable components of electronic waste equipment are extracted through manual dismantling and often recycled using primitive technologies such as burning, heating or basic chemical reactions. Primitive recycling mainly includes the open burning of circuit boards wherein circuit boards are cooked over open flames, cables and plastics are burnt in open pits to recover copper, and acid leaching is undertaken to extract gold and palladium (Cesaro et al., 2019).

    In the above context, a Virtual Workshop was organised to highlight the health hazards and environmental impacts of improper handling of e-waste and possible solutions for more environmentally sound and sustainable e-waste management on 25th May 2022. The workshop’s objective was to provide a platform for the stakeholders to share their experiences on proper management and channelisation of E-waste to mitigate Hazardous Impacts of End-of-Life Products on the Environment and Human Health. Through this workshop, we intended to find possible solutions to tackle the problems faced by the stakeholders due to improper handling and disposal of E-waste.

    Talking about the workshop, Ms Radhika Kalia, Managing Director, RLG Systems India, stated: The most significant health risks of informal e-waste recycling are exposure to several metals and chemicals such as mercury, lead, cadmium, polybrominated flame retardants, barium and lithium. The negative health effects of these toxins on humans include brain, heart, liver, kidney and skeletal system damage. We at RLG work to create awareness and minimise the impact of e-waste by formalising the informal sector to curb the leaching of hazardous chemicals into the environment, which is further hampering human health.

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