The Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 were notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change via G.S.R. 320 (E), dated March 18, 2016. These rules aim to address various aspects of plastic waste management, including collection, segregation, processing, treatment, and disposal in an environmentally sound manner. They also include provisions such as restrictions on the thickness of plastic sheets or similar materials, prohibitions on identified uses, extended producer responsibility, marking and labeling requirements, and registration of manufacturers, producers, importers, brand owners, and plastic waste processors. Overall, the rules aim to reduce the generation of plastic waste and promote sustainable management practices.

The Plastic Waste Amendment Rules, 2021, were notified via G.S.R. No. 571 (E) on August 12, 2021. Among other provisions, these rules include the issuance of guidelines under Rule 9(1) pertaining to the responsibilities of producers, importers, and brand owners regarding plastic waste management.