October 30, 2025

What do India’s Battery Waste Management Rules 2022 mean for manufacturers & consumers?

At Nav Prakriti, we see the Battery Waste Management Rules 2022 as a major step forward in making India’s battery usage more sustainable, responsible, and circular.

For manufacturers, these rules introduce Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). This means producers are now legally responsible for collecting and recycling used batteries they put into the market. They must set up proper collection systems, ensure safe recycling, and meet specific recovery targets. Manufacturers also need to submit regular compliance reports and work only with certified recyclers. It’s a shift from a “make and forget” model to a “make and take back” system.

For consumers, the rules bring more clarity and responsibility. We are now encouraged to return used or dead batteries to authorized collection centers or dealers instead of throwing them away. This helps prevent toxic leakage and unsafe disposal, which are major environmental and health hazards. As consumers, we’ll also start seeing more take-back programs and awareness initiatives, making it easier to recycle responsibly.

One of the best parts of the new rules is the push for a circular economy. The focus is not just on disposal, but on recovering materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel to reduce dependency on imports and mining. This supports India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).

At Nav Prakriti, we welcome this change. The 2022 rules hold both manufacturers and consumers accountable—and together, we can build a greener, cleaner future for India.

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