The Locust Cum Integrated Pest Management Centre , Suratgarh works under the DPPQS, Department of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, Government of India.ЁЯРЮЁЯРЫЁЯРЭ
A pamphlet is reportedly circulating in agrochemical industry circles, claiming that Paraquat Dichloride has been banned with a two-year period for the sale of existing stocks.
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тЭМ The claim is misleading
ЁЯФ╣ Paraquat Dichloride registration is prohibited under the Insecticides Act, 1968, due to concerns regarding serious health and safety risks.
ЁЯФ╣ All existing registrations are cancelled with immediate effect and must be surrendered.
ЁЯФ╣ States have been directed to ensure compliance.
ЁЯФ╣ No grace period for the sale or distribution of existing stocks.
ЁЯУМ Always verify such information through official and credible sources before believing or sharing it.
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