November 22, 2019
According to data released by civic bodies
Plastic cups, plates, spoons, and bowls are commonly used to avoid the hassle of
washing the traditional cutleries and utensils. Not only in our food, we also
use a plastic sheet, carry bags and boxes for gifting purposes. Out of these
10,376 tons, a day is an uncollected plastic. Many families are also using
plastic vessels in microwave to re-heat food white is a cause of worry.
After a
huge success of Open Defecation Free (ODF) India under Swachh Bharat Mission,
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we lay our focus equally on another immerging issue that is freeing the
environment from Single-Use Plastic.Cutting down on plastic utensils,
decorations and gift packaging during festivals is a good start to avoid the
hazards of plastic usage. And when they start to break down, it has a direct
effect on the food that we eat, leading to detrimental health problems.Each year
we hear government taking strict actions to curb air pollution by imposing
strict regulations on burning crackers, but no action is taken to reduce the
usage of plastic/thermacol disposable cutleries. But when it comes to
‘Single-Use Plastic-Free' nation, we are far behind and there is still a long
road ahead. (Representational IMage) We all look forward to the festive vibes
that Diwali brings along with it, especially friends and family gathering
together for a celebration.
But this is not a one-man job; to achieve this
objective, we need to ensure a united front from both the general public and
corporate set-ups. Just like we promote the concept of pollution-free Diwali, we
should also promote ‘Plastic-free Diwali'. Let us all switch over to the use of
biodegradable and paper plates, cups and other cutleries. As bad as imagining
this scenario, the worst part is the consequences we face every year due to our
incoherent actions. Plastic does not last forever and the more it is used, the
more amount of chemicals used to prepare that container begins to break down.
For instance, food delivery companies, as well as restaurants, also need to
become a part of this process of eliminating the use of single-use plastic, as a
lot of people order food during Diwali parties to save time and energy.The
plastic used in making these dishes and other storage containers # is made using
harmful chemicals.Putting aside the harm caused by dumping plastic disposable,
there is also the health risks associated with using plastic vessels.Every year
more than 800 tons of plastic waste is collected on the day after Diwali. Let's
spread joy and happiness and not plastic.
After we dump plastic waste; it is
collected and further thrown into landfill sites. An estimated increase of 62%
has been witnessed in Sanitation and ODF since 2014. According to figures
mentioned under Swachh Bharat Mission, 35 states and Union Territories have been
declared Open Defecation Free with around 10,07,25,000 household toilets built
under this yojana, ever since its announcement on October 2 in 2014.
In Indian
tradition, serving food to our guests is not just any ritual but an act to show
our love and gratitude for them.Over the years, we have developed a dependency
on the use of plastic vessels. Further, in Delhi alone, out of the total waste
collected, a massive amount of 800 tons is only classified as plastic waste.
According to the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), Delhi, the amount of
waste collected and discarded at landfill sites exceeds the amount it can
accommodate. India is generating Tones of plastic waste rapidly, as per the
reports by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) 25,940 tones of plastic waste
is added every day which almost equivalent to 9000 Asian elephants and 86 Boeing
747 jets.
According to data released by civic bodies, every year about 50 tonnes
of excess waste is collected in comparison to normal days on the very next day
of Diwali.This Diwali, let us all unite and make a new ritual to pledge for a
‘Plastic-free Diwali'. According to data released by civic bodies, every year
about 50 tonnes of excess waste is collected in comparison to normal days on the
very next day of Diwali.Plastic has become an unavoidable part of our lives in
the past three decades or so. But what we don't realize is that instead of
showing off love towards them we are slowly serving them poison in small
amounts. The overflowing waste is not only polluting the surrounding land but
also air and groundwater. United effort put up by the general public as well as
restaurants and other food providers is the only way to reduce plastic
consumption.
According to doctors, chemicals used in plastic has a high
probability of causing diseases like cancer, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's,
Infertility along with others.The recent decision to stop the use of single-use
plastic is a commendable decision taken by our People's Prime Minister Narendra
Modi. It may cost a little more than the usual plastic, but in return will
ensure good health for you and your family.. Pregnant women, infants, and
children are especially at high risk caused by the usage of plastic.BY Jatin
Ahlawat, Director, Pi-Lo Shudh Pani Seva Foundation. Often to avoid workloads
during the festival, people serve food in plastic vessels.
It contains Bisphenol
A (BPA), a chemical which is proven to promote breast cancer cell growth and
lower sperm counts. But, hardly ever we think about what happens to post the
celebrations. It is high time that we change this habit.The dangers of plastic
disposal are tremendous. The very next morning the first sight on the roads is
that of burnt crackers, polluted air and a huge dump of plastic disposable
cutleries in a black garbage bag
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