Chandigarh, February 13
The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) has further strengthened its enforcement drive to ensure effective control of plastic pollution and protection of the environment in strict compliance with the rules and guidelines notified by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
The Board has issued directions to all Regional Officers and field staff to ensure strict implementation of the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, along with amendments notified in 2018, 2021 and 2022, and the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Guidelines, 2022.
A department spokesperson said during the last four weeks (from 24th December 2025 to 20th January 2026), extensive enforcement action was carried out across the State, during which a total of 1849 challans were issued. An amount of ₹15,97,300/- was imposed as environmental compensation/penalty on defaulting entities for violations of the Plastic Waste Management Rules.
The Board has clarified that segregation, collection, transportation, processing and scientific disposal of plastic waste is mandatory under the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Compliance is being ensured through regular inspections, online data verification and a robust monitoring mechanism.
In cases of non-compliance, stringent action including issuance of show cause notices, imposition of environmental compensation and closure directions shall be initiated. All officers have been instructed to follow a zero-tolerance policy in enforcement. Haryana State Pollution Control Board reiterated that protection of the environment and public health remains its highest priority and appeals to all stakeholders to extend full cooperation for achieving a clean, safe and plastic-free Haryana.
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