Karnataka to frame rules mandating bottled water companies to buy back used plastic water bottles
Karnataka's government is addressing the reckless disposal of plastic water bottles by mandating that vendors buy back used bottles. Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre emphasized the environmental threat posed by these bottles and highlighted the implementation of rules under the Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016. This initiative follows successful efforts in protecting forest areas from plastic contamination.
Karnataka's government is addressing the reckless disposal of plastic water bottles by mandating that vendors buy back used bottles. Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre emphasized the environmental threat posed by these bottles and highlighted the implementation of rules under the Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016. This initiative follows successful efforts in protecting forest areas from plastic contamination.
