Solid waste management in Pakistan

1. Solid waste management in Pakistan is a major concern as over 5 million people die each year from waste-related diseases. Pakistan generates around 20 million tons of solid waste annually, with cities like Karachi producing over 9,000 tons daily. 2. The major issues with solid waste management in Pakistan include a lack of urban planning, outdated infrastructure, low public awareness, and corruption. As the 6th most populated country, Pakistan produces more waste than it has facilities to handle. 3. The main types of solid waste in Pakistan are municipal solid waste, hazardous waste, industrial waste, agricultural waste, and bio-medical waste. Municipal solid waste comes from residential, commercial, institutional and other sources and makes up