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AIPMA AT WORK

GLOBAL CONCLAVE ON PLASTIC

RECYCLING AND SUSTAINBILITY

Exhibition Report 4th July to 7th July

India’s 1st Plastic Recycling & Sustainability Show

Introduction The highlights of the conclave include the unveiling
of the "Plastic Experience Centre," which showcased
he report aims to summarize the Global Con- why plastic is an inseparable part of humans life, in-
clave on Plastic Recyling and Sustainability novative solutions and technologies in the plastic
T(GCPRS) 2024, covering the inauguration, ex- waste management industry, and insightful ses-
hibition, side events, feedback from exhibitors, visi- sions like the CEO Roundtable and Sustainability Fo-
tors, and other key activities held from July 4th to rum, which emphasized the transition to a circular
7th at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. economy and explored regulatory frameworks for

The Global Conclave on Plastic Recycling and Sus- sustainable plastic management.
tainability (GCPRS) held immense importance for GCPRS received commendation for its role in foster-
businesses involved in recycling, shaping industry ing knowledge exchange, promoting industry best
standards and promoting innovation. By fostering practices, and setting a precedent for future initia-
collaboration and showcasing cutting-edge tech- tives aimed at achieving sustainable development
nologies, GCPRS not only enhanced operational ef- goals in the plastics sector.
ficiencies but also boosted market competitiveness.
Moreover, the conclave's focus on sustainability DAY 1 – 4th July 2024
aligned businesses with global environmental goals, A. Inaugural Function
reducing their ecological footprint and enhancing
corporate responsibility. Ultimately, GCPRS con- The inaugural function was honoured by the pres-
tributed significantly for advancement of recycling ence of officials from the Ministry of Chemicals &
practices, mitigating plastic waste pollution, and Fertilizers, the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium
preserving natural Enterprises, and various industry leaders. More
than 25 key officials from the Department of Chemi-
GCPRS, held from 4th to 7th July 2024, established cals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and
itself as a pioneering event in India's efforts towards Fertilizers, attended the event, including the follow-
sustainable plastic management. Co-organized by ing prominent government officials and industry
AIPMA and CPMA, GCPRS brought together indus- leaders:
try leaders, innovators, and policymakers to address
critical challenges and showcase advancements in ♦ Chief Guest: Ms. Nivedita Shukla Verma,
plastic recycling technologies. The event was at- IAS, Secretary, Department of Chemicals and
tended by over 275 exhibitors and 25,000+ business Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fer-
visitors. tilizers, Government of India
♦ Special Invitee: Ms. Mercy EPao, Joint secre-
The event's inauguration, graced by Ms. Nivedita tary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium En-
Shukla Verma, IAS, Secretary, Department of Chemi- terprises, Government of India
cals and Petro-chemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and
Fertilizers, Government of India, as chief guest and ♦ Other Key Guests:
other distinguished guests, underscored the impor- • Shri Deepak Mishra, Joint Secretary, DCPC
tance of collaborative efforts in promoting environ-
mental stewardship within the plastics industry. • Shri Deepankar Aron, Joint Secretary,
DCPC
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