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Authorities seize 30 kg of plastic in Baltana, Mohali
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 02:48 AM
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Officials confiscated about 30 kilograms of plastic in Baltana, Mohali, after a raid on suspected illegal storage. The seized material is being held for further action under environmental laws.
Officials from the Mohali municipal corporation carried out a raid in Baltana and seized approximately 30 kilograms of plastic items. The operation focused on suspected illegal storage and use of banned plastic materials, which are prohibited under state environmental regulations.
The seized plastic has been taken into custody and will be examined to determine its source and any possible violations. Authorities have indicated that legal proceedings will be initiated against those found responsible for the illegal storage.
Local officials said that such actions are part of ongoing efforts to curb plastic pollution and ensure compliance with waste management rules. They urged citizens and businesses to adhere to the prohibitions on certain plastic products.
Further details about the source of the plastic and any arrests will be released as the investigation progresses.
The seized plastic has been taken into custody and will be examined to determine its source and any possible violations. Authorities have indicated that legal proceedings will be initiated against those found responsible for the illegal storage.
Local officials said that such actions are part of ongoing efforts to curb plastic pollution and ensure compliance with waste management rules. They urged citizens and businesses to adhere to the prohibitions on certain plastic products.
Further details about the source of the plastic and any arrests will be released as the investigation progresses.