Concerned Over Widespread use of environmentally hazardous substances ‘non-woven’ Plastic Bags are available in all regions StateThe Himachal Pradesh The The government has banned its use entirely January 1, 2023.

Last Month, State Government Non-woven plastic bags smaller than 60cm in diameter were banned Gram Per Square Meter (GSM), with the exception of plastic carry-bags, regardless of their size or thickness. HoweverAfter Non-woven plastic bags containing non-biodegradable Polypropylene were found to be being used in large quantities on hill state markets. Government officials decided to ban their use. They Also, banned bags with more that 60 GSM

The Decision Of Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur Led By the BJP government would take effect from January 1, 2023. A notification was issued. The After After it was found that non-woven bags made from plastic (over 60 GSM), were frequently being used on local markets, the decision was made to ban these bags. StateIt can also lead littering which can cause environmental pollution.

To The The state of the hill should improve its system for managing plastic waste. State Government Had July 20, 2022: A notice was issued that prohibited the use of plastic bags, regardless of size or thickness. NonAlso prohibited are woven plastic bags with a weight less than 60 GSM. AlsoThis ban is exempted for certain plastic items that are used once only and less than 60 GSM. Himachal Pradesh Non-Biodegradable Garbage (Control) Act, 1995.

On July 30, state’s Environment, Science Technology The department, in continuation of its notification, issued new directions that no person, including shopkeepers or vendors, wholesalers/retailers, hawkers etc., shall import, stock, distribute, sell, or use the non-woven carry bags. The Non-woven bags that exceed 60 GSM and are made of non-biodegradable material shall be imported. They will then be stockpiled, distributed to other countries, sold and used as needed. Schedule Appended The Himachal Pradesh Non-Biodegradable Garbage (Control) Act, 1995.

“The ban on the aforesaid non-woven plastic carry bags more than 60 GSM will be made effective with effect from 1 January, 2023 onwards in the entire State of Himachal Pradesh in the public interest so that the stockiest, shopkeepers, vendors, wholesalers etc. may dispose of their stocks and no financial loss is caused to them,” Read Latest notification

The Order Additional penalties may be applied to any person, organization, or commercial establishment including offices, educational institutes, offices and hotels, shops as well as restaurants sweetshops, religious organizations, industrial establishments, and banquet halls. The The law provides that the penalties for violating this prohibition will be as severe as the law.

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