Using Banned Non-Recyclable Plastic Products in Mangalore Could Lead to Cancellation of Trade License

Using Banned Non-Recyclable Plastic Products in Mangalore Could Lead to Cancellation of Trade License

November 23: Mangalore City Corporation Commissioner, Akshy Sridhar said that the MCC will not just impose a fine but also move ahead to cancel trade licenses if traders are found using plastic carry bags and other non-recyclable plastic products.
the Commissioner mentioned that teams have been carrying out surprise checks and collecting fines if hotels and other traders continuing to use banned non-recyclable plastic products.
Daily, about 40 tonnes of non-recyclable plastic waste was coming to the landfill site. About 370 tonnes of dry waste was being collected every Friday and after separating the recyclable material the remaining portion is going to the landfill site.
A representative from the Plastic Manufacturers’ Association said there are three units that are recycling plastic.