Pollution in Ganga in Varanasi NGT objects to waste discharge into stormwater drains seeks reply from NMCG

Category : Water Pollution | Location : Uttar Pradesh  | Posted on 2025-09-08 03:58:33


Pollution in Ganga in Varanasi NGT objects to waste discharge into stormwater drains seeks reply from NMCG

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised objections on the discharge of domestic and industrial waste into stormwater drains in Varanasi. It observed that these drains are meant only for rainwater, and connecting them directly to sewage treatment plants (STPs) could overload the facilities, especially during monsoon.

Source: https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/lucknow-news/pollution-in-ganga-in-varanasi-ngt-objects-to-waste-discharge-into-stormwater-drains-seeks-reply-from-nmcg-101757009675063.html

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