From Targets to Outcome: An Assessment of EPR Implementation in India's E-Waste Sector

Author(s)	Dr. Amit Kumar Sharma, Ms. Ridhi Pandey
Country	India
Abstract	Abstract Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as a key governance tool for managing electronic waste (e-waste) sustainably in India. This paper examines India’s EPR performance by comparing EPR targets and actual achievements for financial year 2023-24 and 2024-25, using secondary data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and relevant ministry reports. The study finds that while India achieved a high compliance rate in 2023-24 (92.15%) performance declined significantly in 2024-25 (48.32%), reflecting an implementation gap. Material-wise analysis shows especially low recovery for precious metals like gold, highlighting technological and institutional challenges. The result suggests that while India’s EPR framework demonstrates strong policy intent, systematic changes in collection, reporting, technology and informal sector integration hinder effective implementation. Policy recommendations to strengthen collection networks, improve market incentives, and enhance institutional co-ordination are discussed.
Keywords	Keywords: Extended Producer Responsibility-EPR, e-waste Governance, Circular Economy, Recycling Performance.
Field	Sociology > Economics
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-20
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.72042

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