Laborers working in Seelampur, Delhi, dismantle computer scrap to segregate metals, circuit boards and plastic. The segregated parts are then sent to different places either to be reused or recycled.
15-year-old Shanu extracts copper from dismantled UPS fans in Shastri Park, Delhi. The copper sells for Rs 330 per kg fetching his employer handsome returns on a good day when as much as 10 kilograms can be extracted. Shanu, however never earns beyond Rs
15-year-old Shanu extracts copper from dismantled UPS fans in Shastri Park, Delhi. The copper sells for Rs 330 per kg fetching his employer handsome returns on a good day when as much as 10 kilograms can be extracted. Shanu, however never earns beyond Rs
If the electric and computer wires are in good condition a knife is used to extract copper. Otherwise, they are burnt; burning PVC in the plastic releases hazardous dioxins. New Seelampur, Delhi.