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How Dharavi became a recycling hub

How Dharavi became a recycling hub
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Dharavi, in Mumbai, is widely known as Asia's largest slum. Ironically, it has proved itself to be a leading example of a successful circular economy in waste management.

Dharavi, Asia's largest slum, has a new identity: India's recycling hub! Its meticulously self-organized recycling network processes a major portion of Mumbai's waste.

With an abundance of cheap labour and expansive space for waste processing, Dharavi, is in a league of its own when it comes to turning waste into value.

So, how exactly does Dharavi do it and are there lessons in it for the world at large? Let's find out!

*This story was originally published on https://www.dw.com/ and is republished here with permission.*

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