The Reality of Landfills Near Indian Villages Landfills near Indian villages are a stark reminder of the environmental challenges we face. Just imagine the daily life of the villagers and the pressing environmental impact of landfills on their community. Notable Issues they face on daily basis: 1. Visible Garbage Heaps: - Massive piles of waste loom over the village, contaminating the environment. 2. Air Pollution from Burning Waste: - Smoke rising from burning garbage contributes to poor air quality, affecting the health of villagers. 3. Scavenging Animals and Contaminated Water: - Stray animals search for food amidst the garbage, while polluted water poses a health risk to the villagers. 4. Traditional Indian Village Setting: - Despite the environmental hazards, villagers continue their daily activities in their homes near the landfill. There is an urgent need for sustainable waste management solutions and stricter regulations to protect our villages and the environment. Let's work together for a cleaner and healthier future. #sustainablewastemanagement #landfillimpact #environmentalchallenges #indianvillages #cleanindia #lanfills #health #future #leader #innovations #startup #help #wastemanagement #cleanindiamission #zerowaste #sustainability #circulareconomy #plasticpollution #airquality #climateaction #environmentaljustice #ecofriendly
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Cleaning up Delhi's air requires uncomfortable decisions involving rich people: Sunita Narain
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###Urban Pollution Threatens Water Resources During Rainy Season
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Respected Narendra Modiji, i would like to request you to kindly look into the matter of lakes burning in Bangalore due to industrial and domestic waste being dumped into them. Even after several studies being done and remedies proposed, no actions have been taken to remedy the situation. This was what Cleveland was like back in 1960s. We are in 2024. The development narrative in India needs to include these ‘developments’ too. Same goes for Yamuna River. Chemical affluent induced froth flying around, pilgrims drinking that water. Affluents (industrial and domestic, both) inside our water bodies are akin to kaliya naag. They enter, they breed a family, they destroy the water body. The only way out is to vanquish kaliya. We are not different from nature - the water in our country is the water that courses through our bodies. With this level of pollution, the healthcare burden will be tremendous in Bangalore currently, and will keep on rising. We know the solutions, I urge you to look into the matter and take actions to resolve this entirely unnecessary environmental and health disaster.
‘Lake Of Fire’- Bellandur Lake Cleanup At Bangalore - Earth5R
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8moExcellent article. The comprehensive listing of issues will undoubtedly raise awareness.