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Pakistan Print 2024-11-30

Punjab govt announces key measures to limit plastic use

Zahid Baig Published November 30, 2024

LAHORE: In a significant move to reduce plastic usage, the Punjab government has amended the Single-Use Plastic Production and Consumption Act 2023.

This amendment establishes District Plastic Management Committees across all districts of the province to promote alternatives to plastic shopping bags and ensure ongoing collaboration with public representatives.

According to Gazette Notification No NC.334EDH/EPA/F-24/2024, issued on Friday, these committees will consist of officers from 12 different departments, with the deputy commissioner of each district appointed as the chairperson.

Punjab government plastic use

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Dr. Hafeez Ullah Shah Dy. General Manager Alternative Fuels (Ex) D. G. Khan Cement Plant Nov 30, 2024 01:27pm

To promote none plastic materials Govt must exercisize some checks on the cost of alternative non platic bags being in use at some of grocery stores.

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