The Hindu 20.01.2015
‘Plastic carry bags, flexes will be banned’
Flexes, banners and buntings that have turned the city
into an eyesore will be banned along with plastic carry bags
(irrespective of thickness).
Chief Minister
Siddaramaiah announced the decision on Monday, but did not set a time
frame for implementation, saying the modalities will be worked out
shortly. The ban will be extended across the State later, he added.
“Both
illegal flexes and plastic have become a menace in Bengaluru. Apart
from complaints from citizens’ groups, the High Court of Karnataka and
Lokayukta have also objected.”
Urging citizens to opt
for cloth or jute bags, he requested traders to cooperate with the
government and BBMP in implementing the ban on plastic carry bags.
He said that the BBMP has been directed to act against those who put up flexes and those who print them.
“Action
will be initiated irrespective of whose photo is on the flex.
Henceforth, flexes can be put up only on authorised hoardings with prior
permission,” he said.