Questions raised on Namami Gange project claims in Kanpur as polluted water flows into the Ganges
Despite the Namami Gange project, polluted water continues to flow into the Ganges in Kanpur's Jajmau area. Although CCTV cameras have been installed for monitoring, hundreds of liters of contaminated water from a hidden drain are entering the river daily. The situation has sparked concerns over the effectiveness of the administration's efforts and the significant expenditure incurred to keep the river clean.
VIMARSHNAARAD TVThe claims regarding the cleanliness of the Ganges in Kanpur's Jajmau area are facing scrutiny as the reality on the ground contradicts official narratives. Despite significant funds being spent under the Namami Gange project to make the river clean and free-flowing, the situation remains dire.
According to reports, hundreds of liters of contaminated water are flowing directly into the Ganges every day through a hidden drain in Jajmau. This continues to occur despite the high-profile campaigns aimed at eliminating pollution from the river.
To address the issue, the administration has installed CCTV cameras for surveillance. However, the continuous discharge of polluted water persists despite this monitoring, causing frustration among local residents and environmental advocates.
The apparent apathy of the authorities has allowed this drain to remain a persistent threat to the river's health. The lack of concrete action despite the presence of surveillance cameras raises serious questions about the administration's operational efficiency.
One of the most concerning aspects of this situation is the failure to effectively utilize the budget allocated for cleaning the Ganges. If contaminated water continues to enter the river, the core objectives of the Namami Gange initiative will remain unfulfilled.
Local observers argue that merely installing cameras is insufficient to resolve the crisis. There is an urgent need to plug the source of the drain and ensure the functionality of sewage treatment plants.
Currently, no decisive steps have been taken by the responsible officials to rectify the situation. Demands for stricter oversight and effective technical intervention are growing to ensure the purity of the Ganges.