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"So far, we have been able to drive e-waste collection in Vizag zonal region and get nearly 2.7 tonnes of e-waste," Basanthi told The Hindu. Once the e-waste collection drive starts, the start-up plans to introduce customer reward points that can be redeemed in cash or vouchers. Apna Bhoomi’s next focus is to make foray in to the household sector in Visakhapatnam region by kick-starting an e-waste collection drive in the city. “We will be starting a mobile e-waste collection van in the city from February targeting households which contributes to nearly 40 per cent of the total e-waste generated in India,” Basanthi said. Apna Bhoomi has three e-waste collection centres at Gaujawaka, Akkayapalem and Lawsons Bay Colony..