Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Construction Demolition Waste Management in India: A Review on Policies, Practices, and Prospect

Construction and Demolition waste management in India is a critical issue due to the massive amount of waste generation and the environmental impact of improper disposal. The study reviews the current state of CWD management in India, including the policies and regulations, the challenges faced, and potential solutions for sustainable CDW management. The paper proposes the adoption of circular economy principles such as reuse, recycling, and redesign of CDW, to reduce the environmental impact and create economic opportunities. Moreover, the study highlights CDW management initiatives in India, such as the use of recycled CDW in road construction, the establishment of construction and demolition waste processing facilities, and the integration of CDW management. As per the survey, the waste material have applicable strength and might be used for construction work again. Most of the researchers suggest the use of recycled materials in construction. The paper emphasize the urgency of addressing the CDW management issue in India and the need for collaboration between the government, the private sector, and the community to achieve sustainable CDW management.