The government of Punjab has completely banned the use of plastic bags. The decision came with the commencement of World Environment Day.
Maryam Aurangzeb, Punjab’s minister, announced a complete ban on the use of Plastic bags on World Environment Day.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also emphasized collective effort in dealing with environmental pollution.
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The decision is a continuation of- Lahore High Court’s Verdict banning plastic bans.
Plastic use causes environmental pollution. It takes 1000 years for plastic to degrade.
Other provinces should follow Punjab’s example.
