<h1>Hazardous Waste from Union Carbide Plant Unloaded in Pithampur Amid Protests; No Incineration Yet</h1> The unloading of 337 tonnes of hazardous waste from the defunct Union Carbide factory in Bhopal commenced at an incineration unit in Pithampur, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. The operation, adhering to safety norms, began in the presence of local officials. Currently, only unloading is taking place, with no incineration. Earlier protests in Pithampur opposed the waste disposal, citing health and environmental concerns. Local representatives confirmed that the waste is being handled safely, and no burning has started. Demonstrations, including 'shavasana' protests, occurred against the waste disposal in the district.