Garima Poonia

Garima Poonia

State President

Andaman And Nicobar Island Water Resources Council

Garima Poonia is a waste management expert with six years of experience working across diverse states and geographies in India. Her work focuses on designing and implementing sustainable waste solutions that address local challenges while creating scalable models for long-term impact.

In 2019, she founded the Kachrewaale Project, the first waste management initiative in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The project pioneered a successful and replicable model for waste management, setting a benchmark for community-driven environmental solutions in remote regions.

Between 2019 and 2021, Garima served as a Solid Waste Management Consultant for the Andaman and Nicobar government, where she played a key role in establishing waste management systems across different parts of the islands. Her work continues to reflect a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community empowerment in tackling India’s waste challenges.