Himachal government would launch a week long campaign for creating awareness among the people for elimination of polythene from the state, a government official said on Friday.
The 'Polythene Hatao Paryavaran Bachao Campaign' is being launched from May 27 to June 2 across the State to motivate people for elimination of polythene and protection of environment, D.C. Rana Director, Environment, Science and Technology said here.
He said this campaign would be coordinated in each district by urban local bodies and Panchayati Raj Institutions under the supervision of Deputy Commissioners.
Cooperation of all government offices, NGO's would also be sought, he said, adding that public representatives, MlA's, Ministers would also be approached for motivating people towards shunning polythene and protecting the environment.
"Efforts would also be made for cleaning of water bodies, areas near water sources, tourist places etc, during the campaign," he added.