Starting July 1, Munnar panchayat rolls out plastic ban in popular hill station. Aims to tackle growing plastic pollution. Will happen in phases — first targets single-use plastics,water bottles under 500 ml.
Mr. Vijayakumar,panchayat president, stressed urgency of tackling plastic waste,calling it a threat to Munnar's environment. “Without addressing plastic waste dumping,we cannot effectively manage waste treatment in Munnar,” he said . To help compliance, water ATMs will be set up around town,giving tourists access to clean drinking water. Each liter costs ₹5. Two ATMs already built,costing ₹8 lakh. Launch soon,more if successful.
Alongside plastic ban,Munnar panchayat working with Devikulam panchayat to enforce rules. Meeting with Devikulam officials on Monday to plan joint efforts. Both panchayats to add surcharge on tourist vehicles starting Onam vacation .
Traffic management also a focus. Traffic advisory committee meeting June 11 to tackle local traffic issues. During recent visit,Tourism and Culture Minister P.C. Vishnunadh pledged to support smooth tourism operations in Munnar,while protecting its environment. How these plans unfold remains…
