Kathmandu Metropolitan City Requests Separate Collection of Lead-Containing Hazardous Waste

Kathmandu: Kathmandu Metropolitan City has issued an urgent notice regarding the safe management of lead-containing hazardous waste generated from structures damaged during the Gen Z movement.

According to the Metropolitan City, such waste must not be disposed of together with regular garbage at landfill sites. Private sectors, individuals, institutions, and government offices are urged not to mix this hazardous waste with other trash.

The Metropolitan City is managing the collection of this waste and requests everyone to separately collect it and safely store it within their household compounds or office premises.