Solid Waste Management Issues in Small Towns of Developing World: A Case Study of Taxila City

Taxila City faces severe solid waste management challenges due to rapid urbanization and industrialization. The study reveals that open dumping of municipal solid waste is causing significant environmental degradation, including land and water pollution, infectious diseases, and biodiversity loss. Key factors contributing to these issues include insufficient funding, poor waste management practices, non-implementation of legislation, and irresponsible behavior by residents. The research highlights the urgent need for improved waste management systems in small towns of developing countries to mitigate negative environmental impacts.

Ejaz, N., & Janjua, N. S. (2012). Solid Waste Management Issues in Small Towns of Developing World: A Case Study of Taxila City. International Journal of Environmental Science and Development, 167–171. https://doi.org/10.7763/ijesd.2012.v3.209