The Hindu·2 min read·easy
Guntur imposes complete ban on single-use plastic from today
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The Hindu Bureau & Sambasiva Rao M.
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The Guntur Municipal Corporation has implemented a strict ban on single-use plastic and carry bags thinner than 120 microns. Authorities have warned that violators will face fines, and repeat offenders risk having their trade licenses cancelled and establishments sealed.
The Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) on Monday began the enforcement of a complete ban on single-use plastic and plastic carry bags below 120 microns in thickness in the city, as part of measures to protect public health and the environment, Commissioner K. Mayur Ashok said.
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