Question

What measures are being taken to control pollution in the rivers of India?

Answer 1

Following are the measures are taken by the government to control pollution in the rivers of India:

1. Sewage treatment plants have been made compulsory for industries located near river basins. Water is treated before being released into the rivers.
2. Large amounts of money have been allocated under the Centre’s National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) for cleaning rivers.
3. The cleaning of the river Ganga and its tributaries is being carried out actively.
4. Sewage treatment from residential areas has also been regulated because untreated sewage from homes pollutes rivers.
5. The government has reduced the use of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
6. Proper garbage disposal units have been installed to prevent people from throwing waste on roads, which later reaches water bodies.
7. Soil conservation measures are also being taken to control river pollution.
8. More people are being educated about the dangers of river pollution and the ways to prevent it.