From September 1, 2019, a ban on plastic bags having a thickness of fewer than 50 microns has come into force in Uttar Pradesh. According to the ban, those who are found buying or selling banned plastic bags will be fined up to Rs 1 lakh and will also land in jail for a period of six months in jail.

After the state government passed the order on plastic ban, the state police have also launched a helpline number requesting people to inform them about any violation with regards to plastic ban. While addressing the media persons, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kalanidhi Naithani said, "People should come forward and call anti-crime helpline 7839861314 to report the manufacturing or supply of plastic in the city."