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Super 50: Plastic ban imposed in Maharashtra, Rs 5,000 on first penalty

Three months after issuing a notification, and protests and court challenges notwithstanding, the Maharashtra government on Saturday enforced its state-wide ban on a wide range of single-use plastic items and thermocol.Steep fines ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000 will be imposed on those found with these items although viable and cheap alternatives are yet to be devised for mass use.

Updated : 23 June 2018, 04:38 PM

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