<p>A Noida-based man’s video of making teddy bears from burnt cigarette butts has been garnering views and opinions on social media.</p>

<p>In a video, shared on Instagram, a man named Naman Gupta shows a unique way towards dealing with pollution. Some Instagram users liked the idea while others expressed concerns about the toy being harmful for kids.</p>

<p>The video is posted on the Instagram page 60 Second Docs with the caption, “Most parents would say cigarettes are not toys, but Naman Gupta from Noida, India has found a sustainable way to recycle cigarette butt litter… into stuffed animals.”</p>

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<p>“Gupta and his brother founded Code Effort Private Limited which scans for toxic metals, then processes and treats the product until it’s safe to be upcycled as filling for plush stuffies”.</p>

<p>In the video, Gupta gives a brief description about his work and how he and his team recycle the cigarette butts.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Watch the video here.</em></p>

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<p>CodeEffort describes itself “as an everlasting end-to-end collective effort to recycle cigarette butts and conserve our depleting environment most responsibly,” read their official website.</p>

<h2><strong>Mixed reaction from netizens</strong></h2>

<p>Some users didn’t like this idea and were apprehensive of the toxic elements present in the burnt cigarette butts which can harm kids if not removed properly.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“A wonderful cause but there is absolutely no way that these fibres are being completely stripped of the chemicals and are safe for children. This a very well-intended yet horrific practice,” expressed one user.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But, on the other hand, netizens also appreciated the effort with some concerns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“He literally said they are certified as safe, he’s doing something wonderful, stop trying to find a fault,” posted an Instagram user.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Another added, “I can’t believe it … reading the comments. Even when people are trying to do good you have sarcasm from people who probably do nothing to help any cause or person but can make remarks against others who are trying. Do they feel better? I wonder.”</p>

<p>A third expressed, “I support this 100% but share concerns about HOW they render the fibre ‘safe,’ and what happens to the toxic stuff they allegedly remove? Yes, the problem is cigarettes!”&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A Noida-based man’s video of making teddy bears from burnt cigarette butts has been garnering views and opinions on social media. In a video, shared on Instagram, a man named Naman Gupta shows a unique way towards dealing with pollution.

A Noida-based man’s video of making teddy bears from burnt cigarette butts has been garnering views and opinions on social media. In a video, shared on Instagram, a man named Naman Gupta shows a unique way towards dealing with pollution. Some Instagram users liked the idea while others expressed concerns about the toy being harmful for kids. The video is posted on the Instagram page 60 Second Docs with the caption, “Most parents would say cigarettes are not toys, but Naman Gupta from Noida, India has found a sustainable way to recycle cigarette butt litter… into stuffed animals.” Also Read | Watch: Monkey makes a scary jump on car, breaks through its sunroof “Gupta and his brother founded Code Effort Private Limited which scans for toxic metals, then processes and treats the product until it’s safe to be upcycled as filling for plush stuffies”. In the video, Gupta gives a brief description about his work and how he and his team recycle the cigarette butts. Watch the video here. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 60 Second Docs (@60secdocs) × CodeEffort describes itself “as an everlasting end-to-end collective effort to recycle cigarette butts and conserve our depleting environment most responsibly,” read their official website. Mixed reaction from netizens Some users didn’t like this idea and were apprehensive of the toxic elements present in the burnt cigarette butts which can harm kids if not removed properly. “A wonderful cause but there is absolutely no way that these fibres are being completely stripped of the chemicals and are safe for children. This a very well-intended yet horrific practice,” expressed one user. But, on the other hand, netizens also appreciated the effort with some concerns. “He literally said they are certified as safe, he’s doing something wonderful, stop trying to find a fault,” posted an Instagram user. Also Read | Swiggy Instamart delivers free round gourds amid Maharashtra elections Another added, “I can’t believe it … reading the comments. Even when people are trying to do good you have sarcasm from people who probably do nothing to help any cause or person but can make remarks against others who are trying. Do they feel better? I wonder.” A third expressed, “I support this 100% but share concerns about HOW they render the fibre ‘safe,’ and what happens to the toxic stuff they allegedly remove? Yes, the problem is cigarettes!” (With inputs from agencies)

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