The plastic crisis
Blog Post: The Plastic Crisis – A Wake-Up Call for Our Cities Walking down the bustling streets of Jaipur, one might marvel at its vibrant culture and timeless architecture. But today, a new element disrupts this beauty—plastic waste. From grocery bags caught in trees to water bottles lining riverbanks, this crisis is no longer an invisible one. It’s everywhere, and it demands our attention. A Day in the Life of Plastic Meet Priya, a shopkeeper in Jaipur’s Chandpole Bazaar. Like many, she once relied on single-use plastic for her customers. "It was cheap and easy," she says. But after seeing the drain outside her shop clog for the fifth time this year, Priya knew it was time to change. She began offering cloth bags, even at a slightly higher price. Today, her customers don’t just shop—they join a movement. The Cost of Convenience Plastic has infiltrated every corner of our lives. While its convenience is undeniable, its cost to the environment is catastrophic. According to a...