The Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2023, take effect upon their publication in the Official Gazette. These regulations aim to improve the handling and disposal of battery waste across the nation.

• The amendment is titled the "Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2023."

• These revised rules will take effect upon their publication in the Official Gazette.

• Sub-rule (1) of rule 9 does not apply to export-oriented units or units in special economic zones, except for pre-consumer plastic packaging waste.

• Definitions have been revised, including those for "carry bags" and "producer."

• The term "multi-layered packaging" has been substituted with "plastic packaging" across various sections.

• In rule 5, the term "urban local bodies" has been revised to "local bodies."

• Rule 11 now mandates specific details on plastic packaging, with different compliance deadlines depending on the packaging type.

• Amendments to rule 12 have been made regarding the authority responsible for enforcing these regulations.

• Rule 13 outlines the registration process for producers, importers, and recyclers of plastic waste.

• Rule 16 establishes a State Level Monitoring Committee to ensure effective implementation of the rules.

• Several updates have been made to Schedule II, including changes in the deadline for submitting annual returns and provisions for purchasing extended producer responsibility certificates.

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Parivesh Bhawan, CBD-cum-Office Complex East Arjun

Nagar, DELHI - 110 032, INDIA

Extension Date : Annual Filing date Extension to 30 November 2023