AIPMA calls for rethink on implementation of plastics ban notification

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THE All India Plastics Manufacturers has urged the government of Maharashtra to review its blanket ban on multiple plastic products as more than 2150 units providing employment to 4 lakh persons will close down. "This decision will devour the plastic industry to the tune of almost Rs 5000 crores and affect the state's economy as well interms of GST loss to the tune of 800 crores. Suppliers to user industries such as beverages, medical, fast food, retail chains, garment, packaging, dairy industry, etc, will shut down as no alternatives are viable vis-a-vis plastic packaging," said Hiten Bheda, president, All India Plastics Manufacturers' Association (AIPMA). The government issued a notification ordering a ban on carry bags, one-time use of polyethylene, straws and thermocol effective March 24. It has given 30 days for manufacturers, distributors and even consumers to these items in storage and use.