Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Delhi Pan Masala Brands Face Crackdown over Plastic Use
Imagine if companies that make pan masala use plastic bags that are bad for the environment.
The government has rules about this in Delhi.
A new report says that many companies are not following the rules.
These rules say they need to stop using plastic or pay a fine.
Some groups are worried about this.
Now, officials are looking into this problem to protect the environment.
CPCB report reveals pan masala and gutka manufacturers not adhering to plastic use norms in Delhi.
Manufacturers are required to replace plastic sachets with eco-friendly alternatives.
Plastic sachets should not be used for packing and selling gutkha, tobacco, and pan masala.
The Citizen Foundation reported manufacturers' non-compliance with extended producer responsibility.
NGT has requested details from DPCC regarding the issue.
- Who
- CPCB, pan masala brands, The Citizen Foundation, and NGT
- What
- CPCB report highlights non-compliance of pan masala brands with plastic use regulations.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- To enforce Plastic Waste Management Rules and reduce plastic use in tobacco products.
- Reporting Body
- Central Pollution Control Board
- Location
- Delhi
- Relevant Regulations
- Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016
- Issue
- Non-compliance with plastic use norms.
- Required Alternative
- Eco-friendly materials