Plastic Waste Management in India

In March 2024, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) presented a report on plastic pollution, prompting amendments to the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2024.

  • These amendments address gaps in the 2016 PWM Rules, aiming to enhance plastic waste regulation and accountability.
  • The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 (Sections 3, 6, and 25) provides the legal foundation for these regulations.

Key Provisions

  • Local Body Accountability – Mandates annual plastic waste assessment by urban and rural local bodies.
  • Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) – Expands liability for Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) to ensure plastic waste collection and processing.
  • Regulatory Oversight – Introduces a centralized online registration ....
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