Adoption of Plastic-Free Alternatives a Study on Solapur city's Vegetable Sellers

Introduction Plastic bags, introduced in 1979 in America, became popular by the 1990s due to their low cost, durability, and ease of use. Made from flexible plastic film, they are commonly used for transporting goods like food, produce, and waste. These high-quality bags, ranging from 8×10 to 24×30 inches, offer excellent protection for valuable items with a Micro debris, or nurdles, are small plastic pieces (2-5 mm) that pollute oceans, carrying toxins like bisphenol A and DDT. These microplastics, including those from cosmetics, are ingested by marine life. Since 1950, over 9.2 billion tonnes of plastic have been produced, with less than 10% recycled. In December 2022, India introduced regulations requiring plastic bags to be at least 120 microns thick. thickness of 52 microns. Ideal for delicate garments and fragile objects. The present research paper focus on adoption of plastic-free alternatives a study on Solapur city's vegetable sellers