With single-use plastic water bottles nonetheless getting used even in authorities capabilities, regardless of the ban, the Commissionerate of Health and Family Welfare has issued an order asking that they be strictly averted in all capabilities and conferences throughout the State. The authorities have been instructed to as an alternative prepare for widespread consuming water dishing out system.

The order applies to not solely all authorities capabilities and official conferences but additionally to these held by boards and firms, universities, and government-aided establishments.

In its round, the Commissionerate stated, “The State government has banned the use of single-use plastic packaged water bottles at all official meetings and events across the State, based on the recommendation by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). But, the order is not being followed by departments strictly.” It has warned towards flouting the order.

India has banned the manufacture, distribution, stocking, sale, and use of a number of single-use plastic gadgets. Some single-use plastic gadgets similar to carrybags and banners are regulated based mostly on their thickness.