Archive · 23 Nov 2025
Flexi Banners Pose Health, Environmental Risks in Telangana
Flexi banners, used for advertising and political campaigns, are causing health and environmental problems in Telangana.
They're hard to remove and dispose of, and some people reuse them without knowing the risks.
Officials are trying to take action, but political influence makes it difficult.
Indiscriminate use of flexi banners causes health and environmental concerns
Pollution linked to flexi materials is increasing, but removal and disposal are neglected
Flexi banners are widely used for political and commercial purposes, with prices ranging from ₹500 to ₹30,000
Political leaders and caste organisations hinder action against manufacturers
Some people reuse polluted flexi sheets, unaware of health risks
- Who
- Political parties, marketing companies, and individuals
- What
- Use flexi banners for publicity and advertising
- When
- Over the past two decades
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, particularly on major roads and in residential colonies
- Why
- For political campaigns and commercial advertising
Pro-Business
Environmental Health Advocates
Banner Use
Pro-Business
Flexi banners are a cost-effective advertising tool for businesses and political campaigns
Environmental Health Advocates
The environmental and health impacts of flexi banners outweigh their benefits
Regulation
Pro-Business
Strict regulations may hinder business and political activities
Environmental Health Advocates
Stricter regulations are necessary to protect public health and the environment
- Banner Types
- Flexi banners up to 120 microns are now being used
- Price Range
- ₹500 to ₹30,000 per banner in urban areas
- Main Users
- Political parties and caste organisations
- Health Risk
- Pollution linked to flexi materials
- Reuse
- Some people reuse polluted flexi sheets for personal use