The Kerala High Court has upheld the state government’s 2019 ban on single-use plastic (SUP) items. The court, led by Justice Viju Abraham, dismissed petitions from trade bodies and reaffirmed the state’s authority under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. The ban, effective since January 1, 2020, covers plastic carry bags, sheets, disposable cutlery, cling film, Read More…
