how did government try to grab the use of plastic bags in Delhi
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National Green Tribunal in Delhi NCR introduced a ban on disposable plastic like cutlery, bags and other plastic items amid concern over India's growing waste. The ban came into effect on January 1, but, till now nothing has been done by the government.
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Delhi government to impose ban on plastic bags
The Delhi government has decided to impose a blanket ban on the manufacture, storage and usage of plastic bags in the capital.
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September 11, 2012 21:49:05 IST
Delhi government to impose ban on plastic bags
New Delhi: The Delhi government has decided to impose a blanket ban on the manufacture, storage and usage of plastic bags in the capital.
"Any kind of plastic will be banned now, whether it is thin or thick. However, the ban has not been imposed on woven plastics," Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said after a cabinet meeting Tuesday.
The use of plastic to pack magazines, invitation and greeting cards will also be prohibited once the order is notified.
"Plastic bags choke drains and spoil the environment," said Dikshit.
She said that the penalty for using plastic bags will be decided by the industries department and Delhi Pollution Control Board.
Delhi government to impose ban on plastic bags
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A government document states that "no person, including a shopkeeper, vendor, wholesaler, retailer, trader and hawker, shall sell or store or use any kind of plastic carry bag for storing or dispensing eatables or non-eatable goods or materials".
A government official said that the notification shall not affect the use of plastic carry bags as specified under the Bio-Medical Waste Management and Handling Rules, 1998.