Decision makers:
Ashwani Kumar, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
A. Anbarasu, Chief Executive Officer, Delhi Jal Board
Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of Delhi
Atishi Marlena, Chief Minister Of Delhi
Demands:
- Upgrading and Monitoring of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)
- Enforce strict regulations to stop industries from dumping waste into the Yamuna and hold violators accountable.
The Yamuna River, the longest tributary of river Ganga, which many of us hold dear and sacred, has become a tragic reflection of neglect. The toxic froth on the Yamuna is a dangerous mix of untreated sewage, industrial waste, and harmful chemicals, a stark reminder of the river’s severe pollution and its threat to our health. What makes this even more alarming is that the Yamuna supplies 70% of Delhi's water and supports countless families who rely on it for irrigation and daily use. Once a source of life, the Yamuna is now dying right in front of us, emitting a persistent foul smell.
A recent report from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) revealed that the fecal levels peaked at a staggering 4,900,000 Most Probable Number (MPN) per 100 ml, which is 1,959 times higher than the standard limit of 2,500 units and 9,800 times above the desired limit of 500 units [1]. This isn’t just a statistic, this is the reality of what flows through our river. It carries waste and toxic chemicals that endanger not just the river but also the health and livelihood of millions who rely on it for water and agriculture.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised serious concerns time and again over the performance of sewage treatment plants, and yet the authorities have not taken accountability [2]. Leaders have promised to clean the Yamuna, yet the situation continues to worsen. Despite several court orders, the development on the Yamuna action plan is negligible on the ground. The river continues to be a drain of sewage and pollutants in the national capital despite the political rhetoric played around it [3].
The importance of immediate action in this matter cannot be emphasized enough. If we fail to act now, we are not only allowing this pollution to persist but also contributing to the degradation of our environment and the irreversible damage to the Yamuna.
We urge the authorities to take immediate action to safeguard the health and future of the Yamuna River. We must act now - before more damage is done and trust in the system's ability to protect our environment is irreparably damaged.
Sources:
Decision makers:
Ashwani Kumar, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
A. Anbarasu, Chief Executive Officer, Delhi Jal Board
Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of Delhi
Atishi Marlena, Chief Minister Of Delhi
Demands:
- Upgrading and Monitoring of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)
- Enforce strict regulations to stop industries from dumping waste into the Yamuna and hold violators accountable.
The Yamuna River, the longest tributary of river Ganga, which many of us hold dear and sacred, has become a tragic reflection of neglect. The toxic froth on the Yamuna is a dangerous mix of untreated sewage, industrial waste, and harmful chemicals, a stark reminder of the river’s severe pollution and its threat to our health. What makes this even more alarming is that the Yamuna supplies 70% of Delhi's water and supports countless families who rely on it for irrigation and daily use. Once a source of life, the Yamuna is now dying right in front of us, emitting a persistent foul smell.
A recent report from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) revealed that the fecal levels peaked at a staggering 4,900,000 Most Probable Number (MPN) per 100 ml, which is 1,959 times higher than the standard limit of 2,500 units and 9,800 times above the desired limit of 500 units [1]. This isn’t just a statistic, this is the reality of what flows through our river. It carries waste and toxic chemicals that endanger not just the river but also the health and livelihood of millions who rely on it for water and agriculture.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised serious concerns time and again over the performance of sewage treatment plants, and yet the authorities have not taken accountability [2]. Leaders have promised to clean the Yamuna, yet the situation continues to worsen. Despite several court orders, the development on the Yamuna action plan is negligible on the ground. The river continues to be a drain of sewage and pollutants in the national capital despite the political rhetoric played around it [3].
The importance of immediate action in this matter cannot be emphasized enough. If we fail to act now, we are not only allowing this pollution to persist but also contributing to the degradation of our environment and the irreversible damage to the Yamuna.
We urge the authorities to take immediate action to safeguard the health and future of the Yamuna River. We must act now - before more damage is done and trust in the system's ability to protect our environment is irreparably damaged.
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