Archive · 2 Oct 2026
Maharashtra Launches Maha r-PET Bottle and Sticker Recycling Initiative
Maharashtra has started a program to collect and recycle PET plastic bottles and stickers.
The first launch took place in Thane.
The program will work in 13 places across the state.
NGOs are helping run it, and the state says it will not spend government money on the effort.
Officials say plastic can seriously harm the environment.
They want people to bring in bottles and take part in the “One Bottle for the Environment” campaign.
The government is sharing information through photos, videos, and social media.
The project is also connected to Maharashtra’s goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2047.
The ‘Maha r-PET Bottle & Stickers’ recycling initiative was launched in Thane, Maharashtra.
The program will operate across 13 designated locations with support from NGOs and no state funding.
Environment Minister Munde urged citizens to participate through the ‘One Bottle for the Environment’ campaign.
The Environment Department is using photos, videos, and social media to raise public awareness.
MPCB said the initiative supports reducing plastic use and Maharashtra’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2047.
- Who
- The Maharashtra Environment Department, NGOs, MPCB officials, citizens, and corporate entities are involved.
- What
- The ‘Maha r-PET Bottle & Stickers’ plastic recycling initiative was launched.
- When
- The launch date is not specified; the project’s initial framework was laid in February 2026.
- Where
- The inaugural project was launched in Thane, with activities planned across 13 locations in Maharashtra; the initial framework was laid in Mumbai.
- Why
- To reduce plastic pollution, promote recycling, involve the public, and support carbon neutrality by 2047.
- Initiative
- ‘Maha r-PET Bottle & Stickers’ plastic recycling mission
- Launch location
- Thane, Maharashtra
- Planned coverage
- 13 designated locations across Maharashtra
- Implementation support
- Non-governmental organizations
- State expenditure
- The initiative is described as requiring no money from the state exchequer
- Public campaign
- ‘One Bottle for the Environment’
- Long-term target
- Carbon neutrality by 2047 under the LiFE vision