15kg of Illegal Single-Use Plastics Seized in Islamabad’s G-6

News Desk

Islamabad: The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) confiscated over 15 kilograms of banned single-use plastics during an enforcement operation in Islamabad’s G-6 sector on Friday.

The inspection team, led by Dr Zaigham Abbas, Director (Lab/NEQS), conducted raids in key commercial areas and issued six warnings to shopkeepers found in violation of the Single-Use Plastics (Prohibition) Regulations.

“Most shops are complying and shifting to eco-friendly alternatives,” said a Pak-EPA spokesperson. “However, illegal items were still found and seized.”

The agency reiterated its resolve to eliminate single-use plastics from the federal capital through regular inspections and strict enforcement. “Pak-EPA remains fully dedicated to implementing the ban to safeguard the environment,” the spokesperson added.

The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat plastic pollution in Islamabad.