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Headline: Chennai Communities Lead the Way in Year-Round Waste Composting

Chennai, December 8, 2025 – Despite monsoon challenges, Chennai communities are proving that successful waste composting is achievable year-round with the right strategies and diligent maintenance. The Summit apartment complex in Adyar, spearheaded by Latha Mahalingam, has been composting wet waste on-site since 2019, inspired by Greater Chennai Corporation initiatives. The key to their success lies in rigorous waste segregation, consistent housekeeping training, and careful maintenance of their composting bins, even during heavy rains and floods.

Deephika S. and her family in Perambur are another example of successful composting with compost bins built using mud flower pots which has been more effective than readymade bins. They compost kitchen waste, dog waste, and even vegetable scraps from local vendors in a custom pit and flower pots. Deephika’s family emphasizes proper aeration, drainage to prevent waterlogging, and maintaining the right moisture balance for quicker composting even in wet weather.

Experts, including Professor E. Parameswari from Tamil Nadu Agriculture University, emphasize the importance of maintaining a proper carbon-to-nitrogen ratio (30:1) in compost heaps, especially during the monsoon. N. Nireshkumar, Superintendent of Parks at GCC, highlights the importance of water diversion and monitoring to prevent water stagnation in public parks, ensuring effective composting without foul odors. These Chennai residents are proving that composting can be a consistent, effective solution for waste management regardless of the season, promoting a greener and healthier city.

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