The escalating global waste crisis, surpassing 2 billion tons annually and projected to surge by 70% by 2050, poses a severe risk to community health and the ecosphere. Embracing the “Zero Waste” paradigm, this paper focuses on two Indian cities that have successfully developed the model of sustainable waste management in Indian jurisdiction transformation into a Zero-Waste City (ZWC), pioneering a circular economy approach. Amid India’s Solid Waste Management (SWM) challenges, including rapid urbanization, insufficient infrastructure, and elevated labor costs, this study addresses gaps and formulates strategies for achieving Zero Waste. Acknowledging limited awareness, technology integration, and funding, a holistic approach involving community engagement, technology infusion, and policy reforms is proposed. The research methodology for this paper encompasses three phases, starting with a comprehensive literature review on global Zero-Waste city concepts, followed by data collection of two Indian cities’ (Surat and Indore Cities) waste management scenarios. The study analyzes waste generation and associated factors, highlighting the city’s potential and challenges. A gap analysis forms the basis for innovative proposals tailored to two Indian cities’ unique contexts. Despite limitations in funding and resources, the study aims to explore Indian SWM strategies, emphasizing the identification of sustainable technologies. Ultimately, the paper seeks to provide a comprehensive framework for other Indian cities ZWC, offering a replicable model for other regions.