Mumbai, 25th September 2024: Keeping sustainability at center, Sajjan Jain Trust, an initiative by Arkade Developers – One of Mumbai’s leading real estate developers, collected over 100 kg of plastic and e-waste in a month-long cleanliness drive. The brand gathered 92 kg of plastic and 10 kg of e-waste from their various projects and construction sites in a month. The brand recently completed 38 years in the business of real estate and has 29 completed projects across Mumbai. Their residential projects are recognized with platinum certification for eco-friendliness, reflecting their long-standing commitment to environmental responsibility.
The collected materials include a variety of plastics — such as bottles, tetra packs, milk pouches, and single-use plastics—as well as e-waste like wires, cables, headphones, and old mobile phones. This waste, which often ends up in landfills or oceans, poses serious environmental issues. Through a partnership with Project Mumbai, the organization recycles this waste into practical items such as benches, pens, pencil boxes, gardening pots, and tiles. These products will be donated to BMC schools and gardens, benefiting the community and improving local infrastructure.
India is a leading producer of plastic waste, generating 10.2 million tonnes annually—more than double the amount produced by the next largest contributors. Addressing this crisis requires urgent action from both individuals and corporations. Arkade Developers’ initiative is a step in the right direction, demonstrating how businesses can make a substantial impact on reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainability.
Sajjan Jain Trust, an initiative by Arkade Developers hopes to inspire other companies and developers, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable Mumbai.
