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Title: NGT bans use of ‘disposable plastic’ in Delhi-NCR from January 1
Source:The Hindustan Times
Date:3 December 2016
The NGT (National Green Tribunal) banned the use of disposable plastic, which is mainly used in grocery and plastic tea cups like items in Delhi and NCR (National Capital Region) with effect from January 1, 2017. A bench headed by NGT chairperson Mr Swatanter Kumar gave directions for the enforcement of the ban. The NGT also directed the MCD (Municipal Corporation of Delhi), Delhi Development Authority and other public authorities including NCT of Delhi to take fast steps for reduction and utilisation of dumped waste.
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