Illegal Colonies Pollute Ganga; Haridwar Seeks Irrigation Help
Representative AI image HARIDWAR: Illegal settlements along the Upper Ganga Canal in Haridwar are significantly contributing to pollution in the Ganga, with reports of residents dumping waste directly into the river. In areas such as Rajiv Nagar Basti and Sonia Basti, household waste and untreated sewage are being discharged into the water, exacerbating pollution levels. The issue was highlighted by a local councillor from Sonia Basti, who appealed to the Union Jal Shakti Ministry for assistance. Consequently, the municipal corporation has reached out to the Uttar Pradesh irrigation department, urging action against encroachments on canal land. The Upper Ganga Canal,…
