CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has reported alarming levels of faecal bacteria in the river water at Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, raising serious health concerns. This revelation was made to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), indicating potential contamination risks for millions of pilgrims gathering for the sacred event. The presence of coliform bacteria beyond permissible limits suggests severe water pollution, which can lead to waterborne diseases and public health hazards.
CPCB’s findings stress the need for immediate action, urging authorities to enhance water treatment measures and ensure strict monitoring to prevent adverse health effects. The NGT may direct regulatory measures to tackle this pollution crisis, safeguarding both pilgrims and the river’s ecosystem.
The issue highlights the broader challenge of river pollution in India, where untreated sewage and industrial waste continue to threaten water quality. As millions take holy dips in the Ganga during Maha Kumbh, addressing these contamination levels is crucial for public safety and environmental sustainability. Authorities are expected to take swift corrective measures to mitigate the risks and protect the sacred waters of Prayagraj.
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