Government to Ban Production of Plastic Thinner than 40 Microns from November 17

Thu, May 29, 2025 4:18 PM on Latest, Economy, National,

The government has announced a ban on the production, sale, and distribution of plastic materials thinner than 40 microns, effective from November 17, 2025.

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel unveiled this environmental protection measure during the budget presentation for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2082/83, emphasizing the government’s commitment to reducing pollution.