Biomining

Facts for Prelims (FFP)

 

Source: Hindustan Times

 

Context: The biomining project aimed at clearing Delhi’s landfill sites in Ghazipur and Bhalswa is likely to miss the 2024 deadline due to slow progress.

  • Biomining is also known as bioleaching. It involves digging up waste, segregating it, and treating and separating the toxins.The soil is then treated with bacteria and pathogens to cleanse it.