SHORT ANSWER:
The penalty for unsafe disposal of medical waste can include fines and imprisonment.
DETAILS:
- Under the Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016, improper disposal of medical waste is considered an offense.
- Offenders may face penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment depending on the severity of the violation.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Fines can be imposed up to ₹1 lakh.
- Imprisonment can be for a term that may extend to 5 years in severe cases.
SOURCE:
- Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016
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