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The Importance of Shifting Responsible to Self-Responsible Behavior Towards Food Waste in the Indian Hospitality Sector

The Importance of Shifting Responsible to Self-Responsible Behavior Towards Food Waste in the Indian Hospitality Sector
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Author(s): Ruchika Kulshrestha (GLA University, Mathura, India), Subir Kumar Malakar (Amity University, Haryana, India)and Mohd Farhan (Lovely Professional University, India)
Copyright: 2024
Pages: 13
Source title: Sustainable Disposal Methods of Food Wastes in Hospitality Operations
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Amrik Singh (Lovely Professional University, India), Pankaj Kumar Tyagi (University Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India)and Anshul Garg (Taylor's University, Malaysia)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2181-2.ch020

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Abstract

The aim of this chapter is to examine food waste concerns and to observe the patterns associated with food wastage in weddings and temples in India. This research also examines the diverse obstacles encountered by individuals in practicing responsible food consumption and managing their access to food. The chapter is an exploratory study that aimed to gather empirical data on the current situation and individual accountability around food waste. In this study, a qualitative case study methodology was employed to examine the specific methods implemented by stakeholders. The authors of this chapter present their perspective on the increasing quantity of food waste, accompanied by secondary data obtained from a range of scientific research and publications produced by various government organizations. This chapter focuses on promoting self-responsible behavior in the Indian hospitality sector, specifically in relation to food waste. It examines the benefits of avoiding food waste in various settings, such as weddings and Mandirs.

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