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Chandigarh observes World Environment Day with cleanliness drive to beat plastic pollution
Chandigarh: In observance of
, a
was organised on Thursday by the Chandigarh Pollution Control Committee (CPCC) in collaboration with the department of forest & wildlife, Chandigarh, and the Centre for Public Health, Panjab University.
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Aligned with this year's global theme, 'Ending Plastic Pollution Globally', the initiative was a powerful call to action under the govt of India's Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) movement.
Centred around the slogan 'Beat Plastic Pollution', the drive focused on spreading awareness about the dangers of plastic waste, the importance of sustainable alternatives, and effective waste management. The cleanliness campaign was conducted along the Sukhna Choe drain in the areas of Bapudham and Kishangarh, mobilising around 70–80 volunteers, including students, environmentalists, and concerned citizens.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation, as volunteers rolled up their sleeves to clear plastic waste from the drain areas while pledging to adopt eco-friendly habits and reduce reliance on single-use plastics.
Addressing the gathering, Mr Anup Soni, conservator of forests, department of forest & wildlife, Chandigarh, stressed the invisible yet growing threat of microplastics. He explained how plastic particles infiltrate ecosystems and even human bodies through contaminated food and water, posing long-term health hazards.
Highlighting innovative solutions, he shared a successful example from Bangalore where plastic waste is being effectively used in road construction, thereby extending road durability and offering an environmentally sound use of plastic refuse.
He encouraged participants to embrace sustainable alternatives in daily life and emphasised the critical role of collective responsibility. "Integrated efforts between govt agencies, academic institutions, and the public are essential if we are to ensure a cleaner and healthier Chandigarh," he said.
