Arpan Kendras for Old Clothes Recycling at Delhi Metro Stations

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The Delhi government will set up 'Arpan Kendras' at 10 major Metro stations to collect old clothes from citizens and recycle them into bags, garments, decorative items, yarn and fabric under its 'Old Clothes Donation' project. The initiative aims to reduce textile waste, keep more waste out of landfills and encourage sustainable practices. The centres will be operated by women linked to Self-Help Groups under the State Urban Livelihood Mission, with technical support from Clothes Box Foundation and Respun. The project is led by the DMRC Ladies Welfare Organisation, with DMRC providing infrastructure and kiosks.