Engineer’s Solution for Pad Disposal Cuts 2 Lakh KG Carbon Emissions/Day, Wins Rs 30 Lakh

This article has been sponsored by Infosys Foundation.    In 2018, mechanical engineering student Ajinkya Dhariya received an excellent opportunity to submit his business idea at a competition conducted by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).    The Pune resident decided to use this platform to pitch his sustainable idea of tackling and disposing of sanitary waste. The idea not only received applause and acclaim, but Ajinkya’s paper, which highlighted his thoughts and solutions on the matter, went on to be featured among the top 10 entries.    Fuelled by a new zea...