Browsing by Author "Mayank Pratap"

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In-Depth Exploration of Vermiwash: Boosting Plant Health, Nurturing Soil and Legal aspects related to organic fertilizer
(Kalpana Corporation, 2024) Shivani Singh; Mayank Pratap; Monika Mahajan; Rajeev Pratap Singh
Vermiwash, produced through the utilization of organic waste with the assistance of earthworms, has emerged as a significant contender in the pursuit of environmentally sustainable alternatives to inorganic fertilizers. This solution not only nourishes our crops but also confers countless benefits to our valued earth. The current study reveals the vermiwash advantages, peculiarities of its preparation and the legal considerations that guarantee its organic integrity. The usage of vermiwash not only improves soil fertility and microbial activity but also increases the accessibility of nutrients to the plant, enhances root development and more. In the entire process of vermiwash preparation, earthworms play a crucial role, so the present study has also emphasized earthworms’ habitat and their distribution alongwith the mechanism involved in vermiwash preparation. There are several methods used to produce vermiwash including the Eco-Science Research Foundation technique, the heat stress method, the cold stress application and the field approach. Apart from its preparation and advantages, this study also incorporates legal aspects related to organic fertilizer production, distribution and labelling abode by several provisions, including 2OO, Clause 18, Clause 29 1A and 1B, Clause 29 C, Clause 29 D and Clause 30. Present review on vermiwash can contribute to bring out agriculture from jeopardised situations, such as desertification, salinity, sodicity and infertility. © 2024 Kalpana Corporation. All rights reserved.
Preventing Microplastic Pollution in Surface Waters: Legal Frameworks and Strategic Actions
(John Wiley and Sons Inc, 2025) Monika Mahajan; Ajay Kumar Singh; Rajeev Pratap Singh; Pankaj Kumar Gupta; Sonu Singh; Mayank Pratap
Microplastic contamination of surface water is another looming environmental issue driven by fast industrialization, urbanization, and the rampant use of plastics. Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5 mm in size, and there are a variety of origins, including broken pieces of plastic waste, synthetic fibers, or industrial effluents. They are one of the pollutants that pose significant threats to aquatic ecosystems and human well-being because they carry toxic substances, disrupt aquatic food webs, and degrade water quality. This situation led India to formulate a series of regulatory frameworks for the reduction of plastic pollution. Other important policies are the 2016 Plastic Waste Management Rules, with a focus on recyclability and reduction of plastic waste at the source level, and the 2022 countrywide single-use plastic ban, which targets the spread of high-volume plastics that lead to microplastic pollution. India also works with international groups like the Global Partnership on Marine Litter and has integrated EPR into its plastic waste management to make it more long-lasting. In some states, incomplete or nonexistent waste management infrastructure and a lack of specific legislation on microplastics combine to raise concerns about enforcement. This review discusses the source and implications of microplastic contamination in the surface water, evaluates the effectiveness of the current legal regime, and highlights what could be done to strengthen the legislation and reduce microplastic contamination. Strengthened surveillance, state-of-the-art wastewater treatment technology, and awareness programs are essential before such elements can prevent the entry of microplastic contaminants and protect water bodies. © 2025 Wiley Periodicals LLC.