India utilizes waste plastic in road construction under PMGSY and MoRTH mandates, enhancing pavement durability. While economically beneficial, environmentalists warn of secondary microplastic pollution, emphasizing the need for upstream plastic reduction alongside innovative recycling methods for long-term ecological sustainability.
Click to View MoreIndia faces a severe microplastic crisis, releasing 3.9 lakh tonnes annually into waterbodies. These particles contaminate sea salt, seafood, and urban air, leading to significant human ingestion. Government responses include the 2022 single-use plastic ban and 2024 EPR rules.
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