ABSTRACT
Recycling of waste and used flowers for the manufacturing of dhoopbatti and agarbatti is an innovative means of recycling waste and promoting a source of sustainable livelihoods. The study aimed to investigate the viability and potential of utilizing the waste flowers that are generally thrown after performing religious ceremonies and daily ritual functions into eco-friendly incense action helps. The procedure consists of gathering, drying, and processing waste flowers, which are then combined with natural adhesive, fragrances, and additional components to produce incense sticks or cones. A combination of study review and applied and instrumental experimentation led to the conclusion of the research, including the environmental, social, and economic implications of recycling used flowers to manufacture insensible. Ultimately, it was possible to demonstrate that organic garbage creation can be reduced, natural resource utilization conserved, culture be preserved, and income sources for artisans and communities can continue to be created. Hence, all stakeholders may utilize this approach to work towards sustainable development objectives while simultaneously preserving and restoring our ecosystems and culture.
