Health Dept issues warning against single-use plastic

The Health Department of the municipal corporation, Amritsar, has issued strict warnings against the use of single-use plastic and littering across the city. Officials have cautioned that violators will face action under the law.

Teams from the Health Department, along with the Estate Department, carried out checks in various zones, including East, Central, North and West, under the directions of Health Officers Dr Kiran, Dr Yogesh Arora and Dr Rama. Sanitary inspectors visited shops and street vendors, advising them to avoid single-use plastic and to install dustbins to properly dispose of waste. Notices and challans were also issued at several locations.

According to officials, the joint effort of the Health and Estate Departments aims to take departmental action against repeat offenders after the first and second warnings. The department’s representatives further appealed to residents and business owners to maintain cleanliness as the city prepares for the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Teg Bahadur. They emphasised that despite a complete ban on single-use plastic, its use continues in several areas, and stricter enforcement measures will soon follow.

Officials stated that upcoming drives will include the seizure of plastic items and heavy fines for defaulters. Citizens have been urged to cooperate by refraining from littering and discontinuing the use of single-use plastic immediately.