Plastic Bag Free Day: Plastic bag consumption has decreased, not stopped

Plastic bag-free day. July 3 is known as Plastic Bag Free Day. Some states of the country have taken steps in which there has been good cooperation of people and traders. Talking about Navsari city here, after the formation of the municipal corporation, the campaign against plastic bags or single-use plastic has been intensified. For this, the municipal corporation has made bylaws and banned many plastic bags and items. Apart from imposing a ban, the enforcement squad has also been specially formed for its enforcement, which has been checking. According to reports, the checking team has seized 8.5 tonnes of banned plastic from the city in a year, for which a fine of Rs 28 lakh has also been imposed. This campaign has had an impact. The use of banned plastic in the city a year ago has come down. A section of traders are now using corn bags or other bags. However, the use of banned plastic has not stopped yet. While a section of traders consume it, many people still do not have enough awareness. These steps can be taken to reduce consumption Establishment of Bag Bank: The municipal corporation should set up "bag banks" in the main market areas of the city, from where customers or small traders can get cloth bags at a nominal rate. Recycling Plant: Setting up more efficient recycling units for disposal of plastic waste so that plastic does not return. Public Awareness and Participatory Dialogue with Traders' Association: Hold a meeting with the Vyapari Federations to convince them not to use plastic and give them the title of "Green Certificate" or "Eco-Friendly Shop" if they follow the rules. Campaigns in schools and colleges: Educating students about the harm caused by plastic so that they can push to reduce the use of plastic in their homes. Social Media and Public Places: Publicity on social media and in public places in Navsari through banners and video clips of plastic damage.