Andhra Pradesh: CM Jagan proposes green tax, ban on single-use plastic

In an attempt to check level of increasing pollution in state, Andhra Presh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy has proposed imposition of green tax and ban on single-use plastic.  crucial decision was taken by Jagan Mohan Reddy after a review meeting with forest and environment department on Thursday. state is all set to collect green tax in order to crack a whip on pollution by industrial houses. Directing officials to prepare proposal for imposing ban on single-use plastic in state, Jagan furr asked officials to promote protection of environment and prevention of pollution.

Reviewing increase in level of pollution in Andhra Presh, Jagan Reddy said that one lakh tonnes of waste is being generated by pharma companies but only 30 percent of it is being recycled. He ded that remaining 70 percent is dumped in open which pollutes environment. Jagan Mohan Reddy also asked officials to identify various methods and steps taken by or countries to control pollution and preserve environment. 

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“How will our future generations survive if we do t protect our environment and nature? Our state should be inspiring to nation,” he said as quoted by a press statement. 

Furrmore, efforts are underway for formation of a committee that will comprise of individuals who will work for initiative to save environment. Taking te of rise in pollution level in Visakhapatnam, Jagan Mohan directed officials to carry out immediate action-plan. 

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AP gets houred at National Tourism Awards

On September 27, Andhra Presh bagged top hour at National Tourism Awards 2017-18, presented by Vice President Venkaiah Naidu. Andhra Presh bagged Best State Award for overall growth in tourism category. While Goa and Mhya Presh were joint winners in venture Tourism category and Uttarakhand won award for Best Film Promotion-Friendly State. Telangana won award for Best State for invative use of IT. A total of 76 awards were given under various categories this year. (PTI)

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(With ncy inputs)