‘Daily cuts… infections’: India’s e-waste workers face toxic health risks (opens original article in a new tab)

India's informal e-waste workers face severe health risks from toxic exposure while handling discarded electronics without protective equipment, contributing to a growing environmental and public health issue.

• India's e-waste workers face toxic health risks from handling discarded electronics without protective gear
• Workers in informal recycling sectors experience burns, cuts, infections, and exposure to hazardous chemicals
• India generates 1.4 million metric tonnes of e-waste annually, with 95% managed by informal recyclers
• Children and families are also exposed to toxins due to living and working in close proximity to e-waste processing areas