Abstract:
A descriptive cross sectional study was carried out to meet these objectives. The selection of
the sample was done using cluster sampling with probability proportionate to size. The
study instrument consisted of a structured interviewer administered questionnaire. From
each selected household the chief female occupant was interviewed. The study identified the
importance of the urgent need to disseminate the 3R concept up to the grass root level. It
also highlights the importance of provision of responsible personnel within the existing
infrastructure. The most important thing is to disseminate the simple massages on how to
change the behavior and attitude of people rather than launching expensive programmes on
solid waste management
