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Source– This post on Hindon River has been created based on the article “River Hindon pollution: NGT allows UPPCB 2 weeks to file additional report” published in “The Print” on 11th May 2024.
Why in the news?
The National Green Tribunal has directed the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) to provide an updated report within two weeks on the pollution of the Hindon river, detailing the actions taken against the responsible municipal bodies.
About Hindon River
1. About Hindon River: The Hindon River is a tributary of the Yamuna River, primarily fed by rainwater. It originates from the lower Shivalik ranges in the Saharanpur District of Uttar Pradesh.
2. Course: The river flows through the industrial belt of Western Uttar Pradesh, covering a distance of 400 kilometres before it joins the Yamuna River in Noida.
3.Tributaries: Its main tributaries include the Kali (West) River and Krishni River.
4. Pollution Issues: The Hindon River suffers from significant pollution due to urban, agricultural, and industrial waste being discharged into its waters without adequate treatment. This has made it one of the most polluted stretches in the Ganga basin.
5. Critical Status: In 2015, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) assessed the pollution levels of the Hindon River and declared it a ‘dead river’. It was found to be ‘unfit’ for bathing in several sections due to extreme pollution levels.
Read more: National Green Tribunal
