MC cracks down on plastic carry bags, shops challaned

The Municipal Corporation (MC), Phagwara, under the directions of Commissioner Dr Akshita Gupta, has intensified its crackdown on the use of plastic carry bags in the city. In collaboration with the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB), the civic body carried out inspections across markets and issued challans to several shopkeepers found violating the statewide ban.

The drive is part of the corporation’s broader campaign to curb plastic pollution and encourage sustainable alternatives. Dr Gupta said plastic waste poses a grave threat to both environment and public health, and stressed the importance of collective responsibility in addressing the issue. “The Municipal Corporation is committed to ensuring strict compliance with the ban and motivating citizens to adopt eco-friendly practices,” she noted.

Officials have urged residents and business owners to replace plastic with cloth and jute bags, emphasizing that the transition is vital for the city’s long-term environmental health. Regular inspections and awareness campaigns will continue in the coming weeks, aimed at reinforcing compliance and sensitizing citizens about the dangers of single-use plastic.

The initiative, the authorities said, reflects Phagwara’s vision of building a cleaner and greener city, and signals the administration’s resolve to safeguard the environment for future generations.