Biomedical wastes (BMW) are wastes that are generated during diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals or in research activities. With increase in the healthcare facilities the amount of biomedical waste generated per day was also increased. They are very different from other house hold wastes or industrial wastes. Bio
Medical Wastes are hazardous and can be injurious to humans or animals and deleterious to environment as it can transmit infections, particularly HIV, Hepatitis B and C and Tetanus, to the people who handle it or come in contact with it. Since it is hazardous in nature its management is extremely important and this is the biggest challenge in
present day times. These wastes must be treated using adequate treatment method. The Ministry of Environment and Forests has published the Bio-Medical Waste Rules, 1998 to regulate the proper disposal and management of biomedical wastes. This review deals with various techniques used in the management of biomedical wastes.

Keywords: Classification; Conclusion and Suggestions; Definition; Effects of BMW; Sources; Treatment of BMWs.