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Maharashtra Govt, Coca-Cola Expand PET Bottle Collection Drive in Thane
✍️ business-standard.com
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 11:16 AM
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The Government of Maharashtra and Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages have expanded the Maha r-PET Abhiyaan in Thane by setting up dedicated infrastructure for collecting used PET bottles.
The Government of Maharashtra, in collaboration with Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, has taken a significant step towards environmental sustainability by expanding the Maha r-PET Abhiyaan in Thane. This initiative focuses on the efficient management of plastic waste through the systematic collection of used polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles.
To support this expansion, dedicated collection infrastructure has been established in the Thane region. This new setup is designed to facilitate the smooth retrieval of discarded PET bottles from consumers, ensuring they are channeled into the recycling process rather than ending up in landfills or water bodies.
The partnership underscores a joint commitment to reducing plastic pollution in one of Maharashtra's most populous districts. By integrating corporate resources with government initiatives, the project aims to enhance the scale and efficiency of plastic recycling efforts.
This move aligns with broader state-level goals to promote a circular economy and reduce the environmental footprint of single-use plastics. The dedicated infrastructure in Thane serves as a model for similar expansion plans in other parts of the state.
To support this expansion, dedicated collection infrastructure has been established in the Thane region. This new setup is designed to facilitate the smooth retrieval of discarded PET bottles from consumers, ensuring they are channeled into the recycling process rather than ending up in landfills or water bodies.
The partnership underscores a joint commitment to reducing plastic pollution in one of Maharashtra's most populous districts. By integrating corporate resources with government initiatives, the project aims to enhance the scale and efficiency of plastic recycling efforts.
This move aligns with broader state-level goals to promote a circular economy and reduce the environmental footprint of single-use plastics. The dedicated infrastructure in Thane serves as a model for similar expansion plans in other parts of the state.