State-run KMIO gets ISO certification for solid waste management
Why in news
- The State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO) has been awarded the ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System certification for its Solid Waste Management (SWM) facility.
Certification Details
- Achieved by: The State-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO).
- Certification: The institute was awarded the ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System certification for its Solid Waste Management (SWM) facility in December 2025.
- Significance: This recognition makes Kidwai one of the few hospitals in the country to comply with international environmental standards, marking a major milestone in adopting environmentally responsible practices in public-sector healthcare.
Operational Mechanism
- Purpose: The initiative aims to scientifically reorganize the handling of waste generated within the tertiary care facility, a process that began in March 2020.
- Mechanism: The modern SWM facility was established under a 10-year BuildâOwnâOperateâTransfer (BOOT) model.
- Process: The facility was developed following a transparent tender process balancing cost and environmental standards, and the certification followed an independent audit conducted in 2025.
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