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Time of India
an hour ago
- Business
- Time of India
MPCB and MIA join hands to tackle plastic pollution
1 2 3 Nagpur: In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) and MIDC Industries Association (MIA) collaborated to address the pressing issue of illegal solid and plastic waste dumping in the MIDC Hingna area. The joint meeting, held on May 29 aimed to strategise and initiate a cleanliness drive and promote scientific waste management. The meeting, attended by officials from MPCB, MIA, MIDC, local municipalities, police, and media, highlighted major concerns, including illegal waste dumping and non-compliance with waste management rules. Key resolutions passed included identifying dumping zones, prohibiting dumping by local bodies, and promoting awareness among industries. A cleanliness drive was launched immediately after the meeting, with a focus on transforming MIDC Hingna into a model industrial zone. MPCB regional officer Hema Deshpande emphasised the importance of cooperation among stakeholders, while MIA president P Mohan expressed the aim of making MIDC Hingna a clean, green, and globally benchmarked industrial cluster. The initiative aligns with the global theme of 'Ending Plastic Pollution Globally' for World Environment Day 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kardiolog: Bukfett efter 50? Sätt det i dina skor Hälsotips Undo Other key attendees of the meeting were Ajay Agrawal and KK Daga, vice-presidents of MIA, Arun Lanjewar, secretary of MIA, Kunal Undirwade, deputy CEO of Nagpur Zilla Parishad, Officials from MIDC Hingna, Wadi Municipal Council, Nildoh & Digdoh Municipal Councils.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Mass cleaning drive to begin at govt offices on June 5
Coimbatore: A mass cleaning drive will begin on June 5 to clear old materials dumped on all govt offices premises in Coimbatore district. This is in connection with the statewide initiative 'Thooimai Mission' for sustainable waste management in Tamil Nadu and the observance of the World Environment Day . The statewide mission was launched in April. On Friday, the first meeting of the mission was conducted in Coimbatore district. District-level and block-level committees have been formed. NGOs and volunteers who are already working on a similar mission have been included as committee members at various levels in panchayats and villages. Ten members of the Residents Awareness Association of Coimbatore (RAAC) are part of the district-level committee. RAAC secretary R Raveendran said the focus is to have source segregation at the grassroots level, go for recycling and eliminate landfills. In the present scenario, even in a small village, panchayats are gradually creating landfills due to a lack of process, which is the result of mixed waste. There are local recycling industries in the market that are performing well. "We are already working in Perur and Keeranatham villages with progressive results in waste management. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bolsas nos olhos? (Tente isso hoje à noite) Revista Saúde & Beleza Saiba Mais Undo Even if we separate plastic waste, the multi-layered packaging (MLP), i.e., packaging of chips, biscuits and other eateries, must go for different processing, which will later be sent to the cement industry. However, if we combine all kinds of plastics together, they will certainly end up being dumped in vacant spaces or water bodies. Also, scrutinising the best vendor for recycling should be taken care of," said Raveendran. He specified that the old materials like tables, chairs and other items that still hold capital value would be sold, and the rest would be sent for recycling. "Unlike any other activities like desilting, municipal solid waste management is a daily process without compromise. The major problem is the payment for sanitary work, which stands low. Probably if their payments are raised from Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000, there would certainly be a viable change in waste management," he added.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
MSEDCL's 20th Anniversary Week to Focus on Electrical Safety
Nagpur: The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL), established following the restructuring of the Maharashtra State Electricity Board (MSEB), will celebrate its 20th anniversary on June 6. To mark this milestone, MSEDCL will observe "Anniversary and Electrical Safety Week" from June 1 to 6. The theme for the week is "Zero Accidents in MSEDCL... Zero Accidents in Maharashtra." While MSEDCL has made notable progress in reducing accidents involving its employees in recent years, the company has reported a concerning rise in electrical accidents involving citizens, especially children. To address this, the anniversary week will emphasize raising public awareness about electrical safety and reducing such incidents. The celebrations will commence on June 1 with a "Run for Safety" marathon in major cities where MSEDCL's circle offices are located. Throughout the week, the company will use tools such as SMS and email to disseminate information about electrical safety to employees and customers. On June 2, awareness drives will be conducted in residential areas, marketplaces, public transport hubs, and other busy locations across all subdivisions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo MSEDCL has also planned a series of competitions to engage employees, their families, students, customers, and community volunteers. These include quizzes, essay writing, and drawing competitions focused on electrical safety, scheduled for June 3 and 4. Safety posters will be displayed at company offices, substations, complaint centres, and public areas. In addition, the safety message will be promoted via social media, radio, and television. On June 5, which is also World Environment Day, divisional-level rallies will be organised to promote electrical safety and energy conservation. The celebrations will conclude on June 6 with anniversary greetings sent to all employees via SMS, and customers will receive reminders about safety precautions. Safety pledge ceremonies will be held at branch offices, followed by entertainment and cultural programmes for employees and their families. Those interested in participating in the essay, drawing, or quiz competitions must register by 5 pm on Monday, June 2. Registrations can be made by contacting Kunal Gajbhiye, manager (HR), Nagpur urban circle, at Prakash Bhavan, Gaddigodam, or by emailing managerhrnuc@ Chief engineer of Nagpur circle, Dilip Dodke, has urged all officers, employees, and their families to actively participate in the anniversary events and contribute to making the safety week a grand success.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Business Standard
Environment Day 2025 special: Easy ways to reduce plastic usage-here's how
Every year on June 5, the United Nations observes World Environment Day as a means of encouraging environmental awareness and call-to-action. Similar to an annual Earth "check-up day," everyone is urged to take some small but meaningful action to protect the environment. Through initiatives ranging from international conferences, climate action, and social media movements to tree planting and plastic-free campaigns, people from more than 150 countries come together under the common theme of World Environment Day to promote a healthier planet. Plastic pollution is suffocating the planet – India alone uses billions of plastic bottles every year. As World Environment Day 2025 approaches, here are five simple ways to cut down on plastic and make travel more sustainable. 5 ways to reduce plastic on this World Environment Day 2025 1. Avoid bottled water More than 14 billion plastic bottles are consumed every year in India alone, and many of them end up choking natural ecosystems or polluting tourist spots. Bringing a reusable water bottle is one of the easiest methods. Every time you decide to refill instead of purchase, it is a small habit change that pays off. Also Read From home, bring a set of reusable linen napkins. They are washable and reusable, and they are both soft and long-lasting. You will not have to sacrifice convenience or hygienic conditions to drastically reduce trash. 3. Reusable cutlery, boxes & straws Include a lightweight tiffin or Tupperware box, a straw, a reusable fork, and a spoon in a small package. It is particularly helpful if you choose to bag leftovers or stop at a dhaba/restaurant on the way for takeaway. 4. Zero-waste toilet kit Simple and efficient sustainable alternatives include using a soap bar, refilling your shampoo or conditioner in reusable bottles and switching to a bamboo toothbrush. 5. Digital tickets Most travellers now use digital copies of their tickets on their phones – whether for hotels, buses, trains, or flights. Choosing e-tickets and storing IDs digitally helps reduce paper and plastic waste, cutting down on unnecessary printing.
Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
State biodiversity board launches anti-plastic drive
Ranchi: In the lead-up to World Environment Day on June 5, the Jharkhand Biodiversity Board has launched a statewide initiative where BMC will identify and clean plastic-prone areas to combat plastic pollution. The initiative aligns with the 2024 World Environment Day theme of "Eliminating Environment Pollution. " The campaign is being implemented in close coordination with Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) at the local level, focusing on both urban and rural regions. In the initial phase of the month-long campaign, BMCs from 50 panchayats were assigned the responsibility of surveying and cleaning up plastic waste in their respective areas. These panchayats are located in five districts: Ranchi, Chatra, Palamu, Giridih, and Hazaribag, where BMCs will work to identify plastic-littered zones, including public areas, forest patches, and biodiversity-sensitive locations. Once collected, the plastic waste will be deposited in designated recycling dustbins. Member secretary and chief executive officer of the JBB, Sanjeev Kumar, stated, "The goal is to reduce plastic waste, promote community awareness, and strengthen the practice of plastic recycling across the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The campaign is not just about clean-up, but also about building awareness of the ecological damage caused by single-use plastics." The campaign encourages the active participation of local volunteers, school students, self-help groups, and panchayat members. Educational sessions, street plays, art and quiz competitions, and public awareness rallies are also being organised in several villages to amplify the message of plastic reduction and proper waste disposal. Kumar added, "As this is a month-long campaign, the awareness activities and plastic collection drives will gradually be extended to other districts across the state beyond the initial five. Additional panchayats will be mobilised in the coming weeks to conduct similar plastic surveys, community engagement programs, and recycling efforts."
