Identification of suitable landfill site for municipal solid waste disposal is a complex task. The proposal of alternative landfill site consists of multicriterial analysis of various parameters. In this study Geographical Information System (GIS) was utilized effectively for alternative landfill site identification. The analytical hierarchy process (AHP) technique was effectively used by assigning weights and rank for decision making. Criteria such as residential area, road network, Geology,

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... omorphology and soil are considered for analysis. The developed system encompasses social, environmental, geological and accessibility conditions. By using this modelling approach, GIS once again proved an effective tool for evaluating multiple criteria in decision making. The research aims to introduce a model for selecting an appropriate landfill site in municipalities. The developed methodology is useful for identifying alternative landfill in the study area with an effective manner.