The Department of Management Studies organized a field trip for FY BBA(FS) students to the Manohar Parrikar Solid Waste Management Facility at Cacora on 4th February 2025 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Upon arrival, the students were welcomed by Mr. Kiran Burud and Mr. Gouresh Sawant Talauliker, Engineers at the facility. He provided an in-depth explanation of the operations at the wet and dry waste management plant, including the plant’s process and functionality. A short video was shown to give the students a clear understanding of the plant’s operations.
The facility has an installed capacity to treat 100 tonnes of waste per day, comprising 60 tonnes of dry waste and 40 tonnes of wet waste. The facility targets waste collection and segregation from four talukas—Sanguem, Quepem, Darbandora, and Canacona. From the wet fraction of waste, biogas is produced, which is converted into electricity, while the stabilized organic sludge is processed into high-quality soil conditioners and compost. The dry waste is cleaned and transformed into high-quality Refused Derived Fuel (RDF).
A total of 36 students (26 males, 10 females) participated, accompanied by Assistant Professors Dr. Nikita Verenkar and Mr. Sarth Shanbhag.
Expected Outcomes of the Activity
The field trip enhanced the students’ understanding of the workings of a waste management plant, covering key processes and stages involved. Students learned about the significance of proper waste management for public health and environmental protection. Additionally, they gained insights into the transformation of waste into reusable resources, such as compost and electricity. The visit also highlighted the importance of community involvement in maintaining sustainable waste management systems.
