To tackle the menace of plastic, Directorate of Environment has prepared specific Action Plan under the directions of Hon’ble NGT for sound management of plastic waste in the State targeting collection & segregation of plastic waste at source, effective channelization of all recyclables and processing of non-recyclables for maximum recovery of resources.
Salient Features of Action Plan for Waste Management
Proficient door to Door collection and transportation of segregated waste.
Setting up of Material Recovery Facilities
Maximum material recovery out of recyclables and non-recyclable fractions of waste
Strengthening of informal sector channelizing recycling of plastic waste
Ensuring compliance by Producers & Brand-Owners under Extended Producers ‘Responsibility