Assam to ban packaged drinking water bottles
- The Assam government has decided to ban packaged drinking water bottles of less than one litre from October 2.
- From October 2024, bottles of less than two litres will also be banned in the state.
- Assam govt. will also strictly implement the ban on single-use plastic in the state as per the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021.
Note
- Polyethylene terephthalate or PET is a type of polyester that is widely used in the production of plastic bottles, films and other products. It is known for its strength, flexibility and chemical resistance.
About Assam
- Governor – Gulab Chand Kataria
- Chief Minister – Himanta Biswas Sarma
- Capital – Dispur
