Air Pollution: Delhi Battles Toxic Air, Receding Yamuna And Sewage-Mixed Tap Water In Posh Colonies
Delhi is facing multiple civic challenges this summer, including severe air pollution, a looming water shortage, and a contaminated water crisis. While evening showers brought
Delhi is facing multiple civic challenges this summer, including severe air pollution, a looming water shortage, and a contaminated water crisis. While evening showers brought temperatures down to thirty-six degrees, the city continues to battle poor air quality. The government is testing new technologies, such as filterless air purifiers, electric vehicle-mounted anti-smoke guns, and devices to capture vehicular emissions.
Simultaneously, the Yamuna river has receded near Wazirabad, raising concerns over water shortages due to inadequate supplies. Furthermore, residents in premium South Delhi colonies are receiving sewage-mixed tap water. The contaminated water supply has led to mounting health fears, with residents reporting stomach infections and diarrhoea. Authorities suspect that ongoing residential construction work has damaged underground pipelines, causing sewage to mix with the drinking water supply.
Residents have been advised to boil water, but many are demanding a permanent solution to the severe contamination crisis. Subscribe to India Today for NEW VIDEOS EVERY DAY and make sure to enable Push Notifications so you'll never miss a new video. All you need to do is PRESS THE BELL ICON next to the Subscribe button!
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