Abstract:
Waste has become a global issue with rising population, urbanization, economic activities and
consumerism. Further, this is becoming more critical due to waste generated through frequent disasters. This is
evident with increased number of environmental, social, economical and health issues such as epidemics. Thus,
this paper intends to critically review waste management practices, of both municipal and disaster waste to
identify prevailing gaps. Lack of physical, human and financial resources, less enthusiasm among community
groups and legal loopholes are identified as major gaps. Community involvement in planning, development and
implementation of waste strategies, enhancing strategic level capacities, raising public awareness and
establishing supportive authorities are proposed to eliminate identified gaps.
