Non biodegradable disposables banned across J&K
Jammu and Kashmir government Wednesday imposed
The department of forest, environment
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The articles include disposable plates, cups, bowls, tumblers, spoons, forks
The order shall be deemed to be in force after one month from the date of its publication in the Government Gazette.
“Various steps have been undertaken to eliminate single-use plastic items. These steps include banning of single-use plastic and disposable material,” Manoj Kumar
He said the government also plans to conduct awareness drive for promoting
Earlier this month, the general administration department asked government offices to dispense with the use of
Bottles, dispensers, containers will be allowed in government offices,
Earlier, around 20 states have completely or partially banned the use of plastic, Uttar Pradesh
According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) estimates, India generates as much as 10,000