While more than 90% of lead batteries are recycled, there is a growing emphasis on environment and safety.
Links:
[1] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/feature-article/leading-eco-friendly-revolution
[2] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/author/priya-rao
[3] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/journal/recycle-now
[4] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/batteries
[5] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/waste-recycling
[6] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/lead
[7] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/batteries-rules-2001
[8] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/informal-sector
[9] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/health-effects
[10] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/hazardous-waste