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