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Buy-back Policy of non-recyclable and single use plastic waste

The Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to notify a Policy regarding Buy-back of Non-recyclable and Single Use Plastic Waste including plastic bags in the Himachal Pradesh from the Rag pickers and households, providing Minimum Support Price of f75/- (Rupees Seventy five) only per kilogram, for its collection and deposit in the collection centers of the Urban Local Bodies. The Departments of Environment, Science & Technology, Urban Development, Public Works, Rural Development, State Pollution Control Board and Cement Companies will make coordinated efforts for effective implementation of this Buy-back policy of the Government. The policy shall be made effective w.e.f. 2nd October, 2019 in the state.