Tag: Plastic Ban

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Total ban on polythene in 6 cities of Odisha from tomorrow

Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has decided to strictly enforce the ban on use of polythene bags with the month-long deadline ending today. The state government will strictly enforce the ban in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur, Berhampur municipal corporations and the Puri municipality from tomorrow. Through a letter, the Urban Development Department has been directed to ensure […]

  • Wednesday, 28 July 2021
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Ban on plastic use in all municipal corporations from Oct 2

Bhubaneswar: With many states coming forward to enforce ban on plastic, the Odisha government is also set to prohibit usage of the synthetic material at all municipal corporations from October 2. “From Gandhi Jayanti, the use of plastics will be banned in all municipal corporations and Puri,” Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik  said while addressing “Ama […]

  • Monday, 26 July 2021
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Along with livelihood, Odisha SHG leads way for sustainable environment

Koraput: While the government is fighting tooth and nail to curb use of polythene and make the State plastic-free, a self help group is not only in providing livelihood to the needy women but also leading the way in ensuring a sustainable environment. A self-help group in Parabeda area of Koraput district has taken up […]

  • Wednesday, 30 June 2021
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Forest dept buying plastic bottles from people in Koraput

Koraput: In a novel way to dissuade people from using plastic, Koraput forest division in Odisha is buying plastic bottles from people as part of its campaign coinciding with the World Environment Day today. During the campaign from June 1 to 7, the forest division has been buying unused plastic bottles from residents and business […]

  • Tuesday, 29 June 2021
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Tamil Nadu to ban use of plastic items from 2019

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government today announced banning use of plastic items, including non-biodegradable bags, from January 2019 in the interest of the environment and to “gift a plastic-free” state to future generations. Chief Minister K Palaniswami’s announcement in the state assembly coincided with International Environment Day today. Late chief minister J Jayalalithaa had earlier […]

  • Tuesday, 29 June 2021
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Plastic ban in Odisha: Know what is banned, what is allowed

Bhubaneswar: Get ready to say no to items made of plastics as the Odisha government is all set to impose a ban on the use of certain types of plastic products from Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) in six cities of the State. A letter in this regard was issued by the State Forest and Environment […]

  • Wednesday, 23 June 2021
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Move towards 'Swachhata': Polythene ban in six cities from today

Bhubaneswar: The manufacture and use of polythene and certain plastic products will be off-limits in six cities of Odisha as the State Government has implemented a ban on the synthetic material in different phases from today marking the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The stricture will come to enforcement in six cities- Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, […]

  • Friday, 18 June 2021
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Draft notification for plastic ban issued

Bhubaneswar: The State Government on Wednesday issued a draft notification ahead of the final enforcement of ban on plastics from October 2 this year. The Forest and Environment Department issued the draft report inviting suggestions and grievances from general public on the regulations. The ideas can be communicated to the department within 15 days of […]

  • Friday, 18 June 2021
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Neelima Mishra, the lone Odisha woman in Arctic expedition for Climate Change

Treasure the name- Neelima Mishra, a super-active campaigner involved in raising awareness on single-use plastic free living which influenced many to go by this earth friendly way of living. One amongst 80 selected worldwide and the only one from Odisha, Neelima has been picked as an official participant for the ClimateForce: Arctic 2019 Expedition, which […]

  • Friday, 04 June 2021
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Rampant violation of plastic ban under Odisha govt's nose poses a big threat

Bhubaneswar: Odisha government’s ban on polythene seems to be a rule just on pen and paper as use of plastics in banned areas of the State, including the capital city of Bhubaneswar, continues. Though a majority of restaurants malls and foreign liquor shops are strictly adhering to the ban, roadside vendors continue to flout the […]

  • Friday, 30 April 2021
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Polythene ban in Balasore from tomorrow

Balasore: The Balasore district administration has decided to impose a ban on the use of polythene bags in its jurisdiction from tomorrow. The move assumes much significance keeping in view rise in pollution and other environmental hazards due to use of polythene. The Balasore Municipality officials conducted a rigorous drive to create awareness among people […]

  • Thursday, 29 April 2021
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PM Modi Calls For Mass Movement Against Single-Use Plastic

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to observe the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi this year as a day to make India plastic-free and exhorted municipalities, NGOs and the corporate sector to come up with ways for safe disposal of accumulated plastic waste before Diwali. The call for a mass […]

  • Monday, 26 April 2021
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Sambalpur Railway Station Declared No Plastic Zone

Bhubaneswar: Sambalpur Railway Station in Odisha was declared as No Plastic Zone from Wednesday, an official said. Sambalpur has become the second plastic free railway station in the country after Tirupati Railway Station, East Coast Railway (ECoR) said in a statement. Officers of Sambalpur Railway Division led by Divisional Railway Manager Jaideep Gupta along with […]

  • Monday, 26 April 2021
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Throw Out Single-Use Plastics Before Oct 2, Urges PM Modi

Mathura: Soon after launching a slew of welfare schemes for farmers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave a big push to environmental concerns in Mathura, as he re-emphasised the phasing out of single-use plastic. “Brajbhoomi has always inspired the world, humanity and life. The entire world is looking for a role model for environmental […]

  • Monday, 26 April 2021
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Column: Sal Leaf Can Be An Effective Substitute For Plastic

By Ashutosh Mishra Bhubaneswar: A section of the media has reported that Keonjhar district administration has decided to use sal leaf plates and disposable paper cups in a bid to reduce the consumption of plastic. Sal leaf plates, popular known as “ khali”, have been part of socio-cultural life of Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj districts. They […]

  • Sunday, 25 April 2021
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