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Construction industry was considered one of the foremost reasons of environment degradation across the world. Waste was regarded as a serious issue in the construction sector because of its economic and ecological consequences. Initially, Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste was not at all considered different from other categories of solid waste. However, of late, the focus on C&D waste started to gain prominence from the studies of various researchers, investigators and experts worldwide. The major factors related to C&D waste in India that caused hazards for the environment were mostly dust and noise. Experts claimed, C&D waste were primarily by-products of rapid urbanisation and industrialisation activities. These waste materials had high potential for being recycled and reused. Despite its potential, landfilling remained the most common disposal method. Gradually, private companies and NGOs started implementing measures to deal with their own C&D waste, while regulatory measures were yet to take shape. Though the governments eventually framed rules to reduce, recycle and reuse C&D waste for further construction activities with the objective to facilitate sustainable development, would the measures be effective?