Chennai Neighborhood Prepares for Cyclone Ditwah with Leaf-Litter Management Plan

A Chennai neighborhood, Kotturpuram, has implemented a leaf litter management system with 27 bins to collect and compost fallen leaves. Conservancy workers collect leaves and deposit them in the bins, while a gardener sifts out plastics. The compost is periodically watered and eventually distributed to residents for use in their plants, closing the loop. This initiative, started by the Nawab Gardens Residents Welfare Association, aims to reduce waste and promote sustainable gardening practices.