Jaipur Military Station Adopts Sustainable Plastic Waste Road
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Jaipur Military Station's plastic waste road inauguration |
| Date | June 26, 2024 |
| Inaugurated by | Major General R.S. Godara, General Officer Commanding of 61 Sub Area |
| Road Length | 100 meters |
| Route | Sagat Singh Road under bridge to Cubs Corner complex |
| Authorities Involved | GE (South), CE Jaipur Zone, and Deep Constructions Pvt. Ltd. |
| First Military Station | Narangi Military Station, Guwahati, Assam (in 2019) |
| Government Policy | 2015: Pilot use of plastic waste in National Highways2017: 10% plastic waste allowed in bitumen2023: Mandatory use in service roads in urban-rural areas |
| Benefits | 15% less coal tar used, lasts 10 years, water-resistant, no potholes |
| Environmental Impact | Reduces pollution, prevents blockage of seed germination, avoids animal harm |
| Pioneer | Professor Rajagopalan Vasudevan, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai |
| Honor | Padma Shri in 2018 |
| Success Cities | Chennai, Delhi, Jamshedpur, Pune, Indore, Lucknow |
| CPCB Audit | No potholes, rutting, or ravelling after four years |
| Key Points | Second military station in India to use plastic waste roads |
| Durability | More durable, less wear and tear, increased sustainability |