Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Bengaluru Mandates Legal Framework for Bulk Waste Management
The government of Bengaluru is introducing a new law to manage and dispose of bulk waste from apartment complexes.
This law requires all apartment complexes and waste management companies to register on a central online portal.
The goal is to make the process more transparent and stop illegal waste dumping.
The maximum charge for waste disposal is set at ₹12 per kg, but apartment associations can negotiate for lower rates.
The new system aims to improve waste management, ensure fair pricing, and hold everyone accountable.
Bengaluru is introducing a mandatory legal framework for bulk waste management in apartment complexes.
All Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs) and waste management vendors must register on the CPCB’s centralised online portal.
The maximum permissible rate for waste disposal is ₹12 per kg, but apartment associations can negotiate lower rates.
The new framework aims to curb illegal waste collection and dumping by unauthorised operators.
Registered entities must submit periodic compliance reports to local authorities.
- Who
- Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, apartment complexes, waste management vendors
- What
- Introduction of a mandatory legal framework for bulk waste management in Bengaluru
- When
- Effective from April 1, 2026
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- To bring greater transparency and accountability to the city’s solid waste management system
Apartment Associations
Government
Waste Disposal Charges
Apartment Associations
Apartment associations want lower waste disposal charges and the freedom to negotiate rates with vendors.
Government
The government has set a maximum rate of ₹12 per kg but encourages negotiation for lower rates.
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Regulatory Body
- Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
- Maximum Permissible Rate
- ₹12 per kg
- Effective Date
- April 1, 2026
- Portal
- CPCB’s centralised online portal