Seized SUP to be recycled
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 30 2025:
The large consignment of single-use plastic (SUP) carry bags, valued at over Rs 30 lakh, seized from a godown owned by a non-Manipuri at Nilakuthi, will be recycled in Meghalaya.
The plastic bags were seized on September 28 during a joint operation by the Manipur Pollution Control Board (MPCB), Imphal East district administration, Heingang police, and Heingang CD block.
The seized items have been handed over to Ashok Trader, a firm based in Tentha, Thoubal, for transportation to Meghalaya.
According to reports, the seized carry bags will be transported to Meghalaya tomorrow.
Elangbam Amuthoi, Block Development Officer of Heingang, has appealed to the public to avoid using banned plastic items.




