Punjab Department of Environmental Protection has intensified its efforts against illegal plastic use, seizing 40 tons of plastic since June last year in the ongoing crackdown.

In a statement today, Senior Minister Punjab Maryam Aurangzeb said the crackdown is part of the government's ongoing campaign to enforce a strict plastic ban across Punjab.

She also announced innovative plans to repurpose the seized plastic and said it will be used to create chairs for primary school children in Lahore and Faisalabad.

The Minister informed that with the help of seized plastic bags, a play area has been built in Lahore's Model Bazaar and benches and chairs are being provided to government offices and hospitals.