Consultation on Bio-Plastics for Paan Masala and Gutkha Packaging Led by India's Principal Scientific Adviser
Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, led a stakeholder consultation to explore the use of bio-plastics in the packaging of paan masala and gutkha. The meeting reviewed national initiatives to find biodegradable alternatives like PolyLactic Acid (PLA) and emphasized the importance of a coordinated action plan. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is redefining biodegradable materials, while BIS addresses standardization challenges. Inputs from multiple sectors highlighted the necessity for validated solutions, stressing economic viability and maintaining product integrity.
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