In 2023, the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in waste management and disposal in India stood at a baseline, projected to grow to 79.21 publications in 2024. From 2024 to 2028, this number is expected to rise steadily, indicating an annual growth trend. The year-on-year growth is approximately 9.8% between 2024 and 2025, followed by consistent increases of about 8.9% to 9.3% in subsequent years, leading to a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 8.5% through 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Emerging technologies in waste management
Greater collaboration among Indian research institutions
Increased government and private sector investment in sustainability initiatives
Growing international collaborations driving higher publication rates.