Ahmedabad, Jan 11 (NationPress) The inaugural day of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (Kutch and Saurashtra Zone) held at Marwadi University, Rajkot, commenced with a dedicated seminar on ‘Plastic Waste Management and Environmental Protection’, emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable material utilization and eco-conscious manufacturing practices.

A significant presentation was made by the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET), Ahmedabad.

Paritosh Diwasli, Director and Head of CIPET Ahmedabad, offered an in-depth overview on ‘Controlled Compostable Plastics and Their Testing as per IS/ISO 17088:2021 for CPCB Certification’.

His session included essential topics such as product validation, certification procedures, and compliance pathways for plastic producers.

The seminar highlighted the necessity of shifting towards compostable plastics that decompose safely and do not pose a threat to the environment.

Industry delegates received guidance on how to perform testing and adhere to IS/ISO 17088:2021 standards mandated by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The aim of the discussion was to assist industrial firms in implementing responsible plastic production methods while conforming to national environmental regulations.

The session attracted participation from Kinsuk Datta, entrepreneurs from the Saurashtra-Kutch area, officials from the Gujarat Pollution Control Board, departmental representatives, academic specialists, and students - reflecting a broad interest in solutions for sustainable industry practices.

The two-day conference proceeds with various sessions focused on the theme ‘Regional Aspirations, Global Ambitions’, investigating new avenues in innovation, green technology, and industrial progress.

Initiated in 2003 by former Chief Minister Narendra Modi, Vibrant Gujarat has grown into a premier global investment summit aimed at reestablishing Gujarat as an economic powerhouse and a favored investment hub.

After the event's opening on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi toured the extensive exhibition spanning 18,000 square meters. At the ‘Enterprise Excellence Pavilion,’ he acknowledged the contributions from prominent organizations such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Essar, Nyara Energy, and Jyoti C.N.C., underscoring their significance in the country’s economic advancement.

The Prime Minister also praised Gujarat’s expanding industrial capacity and technological innovations.

At the ‘Ocean of Opportunities’ Pavilion, which showcased the immense potential of Saurashtra and Kutch’s coastal areas, the Prime Minister demonstrated significant interest.

Presentations by the Gujarat Maritime Board on the blue economy, along with cutting-edge technologies exhibited by stalls like Reliance New Energy, drew considerable attention.

The exhibition illustrated the balance between industrial expansion and environmental sustainability.