The Hindu 20.08.2012
Plastic materials seized; 15 persons fined
The Corporation health officials seized one tonne of
plastic packets and wrappers of less than 40 microns in thickness from
shops, hotels and other commercial establishments during checks
conducted across the city on Saturday and Sunday.
Shops
City
Health Officer (in-charge) H. Ramachandran said that a total of 65
shops were inspected and fine to the tune of Rs. 15,250 was collected
from 15 persons for using the banned plastic materials to pack goods.
The checks were conducted at Veerapandi, Vidhya Colony, Palladam Road, Mangalam Road and Avinashi Road.
