UNEP Events

In January 2026, UNEP convened a capacity‑building programme at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie, specifically designed for 180 Phase‑I officers of Indian administrative services of the 2025 batch. The initiative was part of UNEP’s broader effort to mainstream environmental governance into India’s administrative training system. A similar initiative was taken forward with Indian Forest Services (IFS) officers at Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy...

On the occasion of World Environment Day, UNEP joined hands with Parmarth Ashram, Rishikesh, (a faith based organisation) to spread mass public awareness on the issue of single‑use plastics (SUPs) and their sustainable alternatives. The event was convened at Parmarth Niketan and brought together an extraordinary panel of leaders from government, faith, spirituality, and the film industry, underscoring the collective resolve to address plastics pollution. The gathering drew...

The online workshop with Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation was successfully conducted on 19 May 2026. The session was chaired by the Deputy Municipal Commissioner of Malkajgiri and was attended by officials from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Norwegian Embassy. In addition, representatives from all 14 ward circles of Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation participated, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the municipal jurisdiction. The workshop featured focused presentations by UNEP...

In support of the implementation of national policies on plastics waste management, UNEP convened a Workshop on Plastics Waste Management with Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on 25th August 2026. RWAs, as local, non-governmental, and non-profit community bodies, play a pivotal role in managing neighbourhood affairs, including waste management. Their grassroots presence makes them essential partners in advancing sustainable practices. This...

The capacity-building workshop for the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Plastic Packaging, held in July 2026, was useful. The sessions generated constructive dialogue and were well received by the Member Secretary and other senior officials of DPCC. Officials acknowledged the importance of the insights shared and expressed keen interest in deepening collaboration. Building on this positive engagement, DPCC has conveyed their interest...

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in collaboration with the Munger Municipal Corporation, organised an awareness workshop on plastic waste management in June 2026. The session was presided over by the Hon’ble Mayor of Munger and brought together approximately 45 participants representing various officials of the Corporation. The workshop served as a platform to highlight the urgent need for improved plastic waste management practices in the city. Discussions...

In collaboration with Munger Municipal Corporation, UNEP supported its implementing partner Chintan to commission three pilots in Munger in January 2025. These pilots focussed on addressing the issues related to the use of plastics carry bags, and disposable plastics cutleries, and presence of multi-layered plastics in the waste streams. The pilots commissioned included distribution and promotion of reusable cloth bags, reusable steel utensil bank, and converting plastics waste...

Date: 7–11 April 2025 Location: Oslo & Fredrikstad, Norway A high-level Indian delegation visited Norway from 7 to 11 April 2025 to explore Norway’s policies, innovations, and institutional approaches in plastic waste management and the circular economy. The Indian delegation was led by Shri Naresh Pal Gangwar (Additional Secretary, MoEFCC), and included officials from MoEFCC, CPCB, and Municipal Commissioners of Ajmer, Delhi, Vijayawada. The exposure visit facilitated rich...

UNEP organized a workshop on 19th May 2025 at the India International Center, New Delhi The workshop brought together industry stakeholders to share practical solutions for reducing plastic pollution and making packaging more sustainable. Participants presented innovative initiatives undertaken by their organizations to reduce plastic footprints. Each case study is being documented to highlight replicable industry practices. The workshop fostered collaborative dialogue and reinforced industry commitment to tackling...

UNEP with its implementing partner National Productivity Council (NPC),  in collaboration with the Municipal Corporation (Nagar Nigam) of Agra and under the aegis of the India-Norway Marine Pollution Initiative, UNEP, organised a training and awareness program on Single sue plastics (SUP) bans and alternatives in Agra, on 6th December 2024. The program aimed to spread awareness on bans on single use plastics and potential alternatives to these, based...