A seminar on “Adverse Environ-mental and Health Effects of Disposable Plastics” organized by the Punjab Green Development Programme was held at Arts Council Complex on Tuesday. Commissioner Jahanzeb Awan participated in the seminar as a special guest.  Director Environment Dr Ambar Rahim, Additional Deputy Commissioner Revenue Fahad Mehmood, ADCG Umar Farooq, Director Arts Council Asad Rabbani, Jamia Sargodha environmental experts Dr Mudassar Shah and Dr Muhammad Rafiq besides business representatives were also present. Commissioner Jahanzeb Awan said that food and drinks should not be used in plastic bags.  He said that the use of plastic bags was harmful to human health and life. The use of cloth bags should be promoted.  He urged the participants to convey this message to their families and other people.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan