APPCB seeks ban on plastic bottles during Godavari Pushkarams

RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM Andhra Pradesh State Pollution Control Board Chairman P. Krishnaiah on Saturday advocated setting up drinking water ATMs and refilling points to discourage the use of plastic bottles during the Godavari Pushkarams-2027. He directed officials to explore alternatives to plastic bags, plates and glasses used for puja materials and Annadaanam programmes. At a review meeting attended by East Godavari District Collector Ch. Kirthi and Rajamahendravaram Municipal Corporation Commissioner Rahul Meena here, Mr.

Krishnaiah asked the officials to prepare an action plan to eliminate plastic materials during the Pushkarams. Representatives of packaged drinking water companies were asked to explore alternatives to plastic bottles, specifically for the Pushkarams. Mr. Krishnaiah suggested that those serving food and buttermilk should use plates made of banana leaves instead of plastic plates and glasses. Ms.

Kirthi and Mr. Meena assured him that an action plan would be prepared. APPCB Member Secretary Saravanan and other officials were present.