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Sir, — This has reference to your Editorial ``A Welcome Step'' (May 9). Much has been said about safe plastics, which account for around 96 per cent of production. Much has also been said about harmful plastics, which account for just four per cent. Non-biodegradability by itself is a highly desirable quality because this constitutes durability and longevity of the material. If this quality comes in the way of the welfare of society such as the scrapped plastic carrybags, etc., then it points more to proper education of the user rather than banning the material itself. It is also the responsibility of the municipalities, municipal corporations and other local bodies to employ proper methods of waste collection and disposal. We should take into consideration the 100 per cent recyclability of this material and also the fact that during processing this product produces the least pollutants and consumes comparatively much less energy than many other materials. Deforestation has been avoided after plastics entered the fields of furniture, building industry and transport industry. Banning is a negative approach. A balanced and flexible approach is recommended for the well-being of all affected parties.
Shyam Tibrewal,
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