Thus, while tackling the issues related to environmental protection and cleanliness, we started with attack on symptoms rather than causes of pollution (Measurement of pollution and Treatment technologies). Then subsequently we gave str ess on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and could work on better planning and better control. And today we have started to attack the root cause of pollution - prevention of pollution. We are talking about clean technologies. We are aiming for biodegradable and ecofriendly products and processes. Bioplastics is only a part of the large efforts that we are determined to make. Bioplastics is a reality and is a practical truth. Our willingness and improvement in technologies will give it a wider success.

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