The Lahore High Court (LHC) has banned the use of polythene plastic bags in Faisalabad and Gujranwala.
The LHC slapped the ban while pronouncing a verdict on a petition filed by advocate Abuzar Salaman Khan.
The case seeking ban on use of polythene plastic bags in malls and shopping plazas came up for hearing before LHC.
Advocate Suleman Niazi informed the court use of polythene plastic bags is affecting drainage system adversely. Environment department is not adhering to court’s orders.
Justice Shahid Karim remarked “Director General (DG) Environment should implement the court’s order in letter and spirit. Polythene bags should not be seen anywhere. Those who fail to implement court’s orders will have to face the consequences.”
LHC has already banned the use of polythene bags at all stores and hotels in Lahore.
Court through written order has directed Environmental Protection department to inform all big stores about court’s order and submit implementation report.
Court’s order be put to display at visible places in stores to inform consumers. All big departmental stores can only use biodegradable bags, verdict said.
