SC against relaxing ban on plastic bags

[Sabyasachi Patra]

Dear All,
The Hon'ble Supreme Court of India has upheld the ban on use of plastic bags in Delhi. For knowing more about the impact of plastics refer to the discussion here:
http://www.indiawilds.com/forums/showthread.php?t=108

I am sharing below the news item that appeared in The Financial Express.
Cheers,
Sabyasachi

SC against relaxing ban on plastic bags

fe Bureau
Posted: Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 at 2350 hrs IST

New Delhi: Stressing “havoc played” by environment unfriendly plastic bags, the Supreme Court on Friday refused to stay the ban imposed on use of these bags in the Capital.

“Look at the hazards. Plastic bags have been playing havoc in the country,” a bench comprising Chief Justice KG Balakrishnan said, adding that it was better to return to good old days of using bags made of cloth, jute and paper.

All India Plastic Industries Association alleged that the notification banning the use of plastic carry bags was issued without following the proper procedure.

The January 7, 2009, notification of the Delhi government bans the use of plastic bags in shopping malls, five-star hotels, restaurants, dairies and fruits and vegetable outlets under the Environment Protection Act.

The association had challenged the Delhi High Court decision that upheld a Delhi Government notification imposing a complete ban on use of plastic bags in the Capital.

The original source can be found here:
http://www.financialexpress.com/news...c-bags/573166/

[Mrudul Godbole]

This is a good news. I hope it takes effect in all other states soon. Some positive news for conservation . Thanks for sharing.