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Plastic bags are one of the most common pollutants in our environment today. Lightweight and easy to carry, they are often used once and then carelessly thrown away. Unfortunately, plastic bags do not decompose easily. Instead, they remain in the environment for hundreds of years, causing serious harm to animals, plants, and even humans.
Cleaning our surroundings by removing plastic waste is an important first step. Community cleanups, especially in public places like markets, roadsides, and rivers, help reduce the amount of plastic bags lying around. Proper waste disposal, including separating plastic from organic waste, also ensures that plastic bags don’t end up polluting the land or water.
To truly protect our planet, we must go beyond just cleaning. We need to reduce the use of plastic bags altogether. This means using reusable bags made of cloth or stronger materials whenever we go shopping. Governments and communities can help by placing bans or taxes on single-use plastic bags and promoting recycling programs.
Educating people, especially children, on the dangers of plastic pollution is equally important. When people understand how plastic harms sea animals, blocks drainage, and even contaminates our food chain, they are more likely to act responsibly.
Protecting the planet starts with each of us. By avoiding plastic bags, cleaning our environment, and encouraging others to do the same, we can create a cleaner, safer, and healthier world for ourselves and future generations.