DMRC launches e-waste recycling boxes in collaboration with JIT Yamanashi

Delhi Metro, in collaboration with the Japanese recycling firm JIT Yamanashi India Pvt. Ltd., has introduced e-waste recycling boxes at its metro stations. These boxes are designated for the disposal of printer ink bottles and cartridges, promoting environmentally friendly waste management and encouraging commuters to contribute to sustainable practices.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) in collaboration with the Japanese recycling firm JIT Yamanashi India Pvt. Ltd. launched the facility of e-waste recycling boxes for commuters to dispose of their used printer ink bottles and cartridges.

This significant facility towards environmental sustainability was formally launched in a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Hauz Khas Metro station by his excellency, SUZUKI Hiroshi, Ambassador of Japan to India along with Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRC in the presence of other senior officials from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and DMRC.

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This initiative shows DMRC’s commitment to environmental responsibility and encourages commuters to contribute to the cause, being funded by JICA as part of their Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) related initiatives. The collected e-waste will be responsibly recycled, reducing the harmful impact on the environment.

This facility has come up as part of an MoU which was signed last month between DMRC and JIT Yamanashi India Pvt Ltd. to encourage responsible disposal habits among commuters and help in making a positive impact on the environment.

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