Initiative launched for waste management along Karnataka’s coastline
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Summary
Spanning three years, the initiative aims to address the plastic waste challenge along Karnataka’s coastline, where plastic accounts for 60% of the coastal litter
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
Net-zero target: 2070
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right