The Goa Deposit Refund Scheme Authority is working with the Excise Department on a unified QR framework and transition mechanism ahead of Phase I implementation from April 1, 2027. More than 1,600 hotels, restaurants, cafés and other HoReCa establishments have already registered.
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Goa Inaugurates Its First Common Hazardous Waste Facility at Pissurlem Industrial Estate
Goa marks a major step forward in sustainable industrial development with the launch of its first Common Hazardous Waste Facility at Pissurlem. Inaugurated by CM Dr. Pramod Sawant and developed under a PPP model by Ponda Envocare Ltd. (subsidiary of SMS Ltd.) in partnership with GWMC and GIEMA, this ₹125+ crore facility promises long-term, scientifically sound waste management, strict environmental compliance, and community empowerment.