Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:35pm on 26 Feb 2024,Monday Weather & Environment
Bihar's Pollution Control Board reveals annual survey results, indicating major rivers like Ganga, Sone, and Kosi are unsafe for bathing due to excessive faecal coliform bacteria. Samples at 98 points across 27 districts show alarming contamination levels. Ganga water, spanning Buxar to Bhagalpur, records 92,000 MPN/100ml, breaching WHO safety limits. Health risks include fever and infections. State initiatives involve over ₹1200 crore projects for sewage treatment and drain water management. Despite efforts, urgent action is required to address the pollution crisis in Bihar's rivers, impacting public health and environmental sustainability.
