396e3d57186c1f28fcb-13c8 20230519055601239 beie:beie director@blueeyesintelligence.org WEB-FORM International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering (IJRTE) IJRTE 22773878 10.35940/ijrte.2277-3878 https://www.ijrte.org/ 05 30 2023 12 1 Department of Geography, University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India. Rakshit Jakhar https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7929-5184 Dr. Preeti Sachar Department of Geography, Swami Shraddhanand College, University of Delhi, Delhi, India Waste fires are one of the biggest problems in India that cause various problems to the environment and human health. This article thoroughly investigates the negative impacts of waste fires on the environment, public health, and the economy and emphasizes the need for sustainable waste management practices, investment in waste management infrastructure, and stricter fire safety regulations by taking India as a study base. Education and waste management awareness programs are also important tools for promoting behavior change and achieving cost savings. The implications of waste management policies and practices in India and other developing countries are also discussed, including the need to promote sustainable waste management practices, enhance fire safety measures, encourage public participation, and strengthen regulatory frameworks. Overall, this research highlights the importance of addressing waste fires and promoting sustainable waste management practices for achieving a safer, healthier, and more sustainable society. The possible solution for the issue of waste management and waste fires in India has been discussed widely in this article to provide an overview for appropriate management of waste materials. 05 30 2023 110 120 CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 10.35940/BEIESP.CrossMarkPolicy www.ijrte.org true No, I did not receive. No conflicts of interest to the best of our knowledge. No, the article does not require ethical approval and consent to participate with evidence. Not relevant. All authors have equal participation in this article. 10.35940/ijrte.B7655.0512223 https://www.ijrte.org/portfolio-item/B76550712223/