MSW collection and transportation. Shuddham identified the key areas that needed attention in order to achieve maximum solid waste removal. A zero community bin strategy was implemented, coupled with a direct door-to-door waste collection service in order to deter people from littering on the streets. The study area was divided into three zones for efficient management purpose. One tricycle of 250–300 kg carrying capacity was allotted per zone of 90–105 households for door-to-door collection of MSW. Each household was instructed to keep their wastes sorted into the different categories, which were recovery-friendly. Shuddham experimented to minimize the disadvantages of conventional open waste transport using tractors with trailers, replacing them with the alternative of a TATA Ace van (mini load carrier), with a closed chamber for waste storage that would not be as aesthetically displeasing or emit foul odour as would the former. Altogether in the study area, three tricycles, one TATA Ace and two tractors with trailers were employed on contract to collect and transport the waste from 301 residents and 22 commercial units. Daily waste collection services were provided for residential and commercial units in order to manage food waste, which decomposes quickly, emits odours and potentially attracts vermin. A weekly waste collection service was provided for institutions, which generate more non-biodegradable wastes. Source-separated collection enabled community participation, efficient resource utilization and hazardous waste disposal. The modes of collection and transport for MSW from different