Plastic Bottles Are Banned At THIS Hill Station In India; Refill Bottles At Water ATMs For ₹10

To beat pollution, Ooty, a popular hill station in Tamil Nadu, India, has banned the use of plastic bottles. Instead, the town has installed water ATMs, and visitors are constantly urged to carry reusable bottles. It’s a simple move, but a meaningful one. Let’s take a closer look at this eco-friendly rule in Ooty! 

Ooty Has Water ATMs To Tackle Plastic Pollution 

 

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Located in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, Ooty is a breathtaking hill station. It is known for its lush tea plantations, misty hills, and cool climate. The town is also a favourite among travellers looking for peace and quiet. But beyond its natural beauty, there is one more reason which makes Ooty extremely special. 

This hill station in India has banned plastic bottles to reduce pollution and waste. This, however, does not mean travellers have to worry about drinking water. Ooty has installed water ATMs across the town where visitors can get warm drinking water for just ₹10. An Instagram user, @bhargavi_silparsetty, shared all about this initiative with her followers. In the video, she shows her empty glass bottle, walks up to a water ATM, and gets it filled with clean drinking water at an affordable price.

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Travellers Urged to Carry Reusable Bottles

It may seem like a small step, but the impact is significant. Imagine the amount of waste that could be reduced if people stopped buying plastic water bottles and instead refilled reusable ones. This is why travellers visiting Ooty are regularly encouraged to carry reusable bottles with them.

Netizens online were impressed by the move. One user praised the initiative and wrote, “These should be implemented on every tourist location,” while another made a funny comment and wrote, “Nice initiative, now only have to buy a glass bottle.” However, one Instagram user also pointed out that while the initiative is great, the water ATMs would need regular maintenance. Without that, they could become less safe than packaged drinking water.

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What do you think of this initiative in Ooty? Do you think it is practical and safe? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.

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