Why Waste Management Should Be Part of Student Induction Programs
A strong induction program plays a vital role in shaping young minds by helping students understand real-world challenges, responsibilities, and opportunities beyond the classroom. It is during these early interactions that students begin to connect academic learning with social responsibility and civic awareness. As part of this vision, Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative (APCCI) recently participated in the student induction program at Keystone School of Engineering on Wednesday, 25 March 2026. Malhar Karwande, COO, APCCI, interacted with students on the theme “Urban India: Cleaner, Greener and Healthier.” He emphasized the vital role that citizens and institutions play in effective waste management and in building clean, sustainable cities. Including waste management in induction programs is important because it creates early awareness about environmental responsibility. It encourages students to think beyond textbooks and un...