Malkajgiri civic body launches ‘Vastra Setu’ initiative to collect, reuse unused clothes

The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has launched ‘Vastra Setu’ at its Tarnaka head office to collect and reuse unused clothes. The initiative aims to reduce textile waste, promote environmental sustainability and support people in need through garment redistribution and upcycling.

Hyderabad: Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation launched ‘Vastra Setu’ at its head office in Tarnaka on Saturday to collect and reuse unused clothes.

T Vinay Krishna Reddy, MMC Commissioner, launched the programme which aims to reduce textile waste, protect the environment and promote social responsibility, a press release said.

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Donated household garments will be distributed to people in need or converted into useful resources through reuse and upcycling, according to a press release.

The Commissioner urged residents to donate old clothes and prevent them from becoming waste. Officials said public participation would support vulnerable groups, improve resource use, encourage eco-friendly lifestyles and strengthen the circular economy, the press release added.