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The Supreme Court had recently reiterated its ban on plastic bags, saying that they are a bigger threat to the country than nuclear bombs. (Representational image)

BMC awaiting state directive on plastic ban

The BMC is also mulling over starting public awareness campaigns in BMC schools about plastic ban.

21 March 2018 3:03 AM IST

The Supreme Court had recently reiterated its ban on plastic bags, saying that they are a bigger threat to the country than nuclear bombs. (Representational image)

Policy to encourage recycling in pipeline

The state is making sure that plastic bottles and milk pouches too do not end up in dumping grounds.

18 March 2018 5:09 AM IST

The Supreme Court had recently reiterated its ban on plastic bags, saying that they are a bigger threat to the country than nuclear bombs. (Representational image)

Plastic used for packaging certain foods may be exempt from ban

We are regularly holding meetings to decide if some of the items need to be exempt from the ban.

6 May 2018 3:36 AM IST