The local government department (LSGD) has created a policy for extended producers’ liability (EPR), which aims to significantly reduce waste load for local authorities by motivating manufacturers to reduce waste and invest in recycling initiatives. As part of this policy, a system of incentives will be carried out to reward material manufacturers, especially natives who go beyond recycling and reducing goals and sanctions for those who do not fulfill their duties.
The industry department will assign land in industrial goods and parks for recycling for monitoring and penalty of entities that have EPR duties and do not respect the EPR mandate. Local authorities will support the State Council for Control of Pollution during monitoring activities. Policy also suggests that government policy of contracts will have to order 5% of the materials purchased by government authorities and programs must be composed of recycled materials. Extension of sales advantages, such as tax discounts and other incentives, will also be expanded to promote recycled products on the market.
Recycling units that are currently functional or established in the state will receive discounted land rates and electricity tariffs, including a grant for tariffs of 2 ₹ per unit for the first five years of operation. Assignment of 10% land in industrial parks and assets for recycling purposes, ensuring uniformity across regions, support for the establishment of recycling facilities in industrial zones and 50% subsidized land rental in industrial parks for green companies are some of the other proposals in politics.
The duties of the parties involved
Financial incentives and extended repayment plans for term loans supporting recycling projects are also proposed. Extensive educational and awareness of informing about all parties about their roles and duties within EPR will be carried out. This includes consumers’ education on proper disposal and recycling benefits. The means of such awareness of the rules will be provided by manufacturers, importers, manufacturers and owners of the brands of the relevant waste flows such as plastics, electronic waste, tires, oil and batteries.
Advanced technologies will be accepted for sorting, processing and recycling of waste that can more effectively manage complex currents of waste. This may include automated sorting, advanced mechanical and chemical recycling methods and digital platforms for tracking waste flows. Innovation in products that facilitate easier recycling and less waste will be supported and supported through research and development incentives for manufacturers.
All products, including plastic packaging, electronic materials, tires, oils and batteries, must have clear and standardized marking and labeling to facilitate proper waste management and adherence to EPR regulations. Mandatory information on labels includes a recycling symbol specific to the type of waste, EPR registration number, manufacturer’s name and contact information, production date and instructions for proper disposal or recycling.
Published – 9 July 2025 20:24
