Archive · 23 Jul 2025
NGT Hears Cases on Buddha Dariya Water Pollution in Ludhiana
The Buddha Dariya, also known as Buddha Nullah, is very polluted in Ludhiana.
The government is trying to fix it.
The court, called the NGT, is looking into the problem and how factories are dealing with their waste.
Factories called CETPs are supposed to clean the water before putting it back.
The government says they will fix it and has asked experts to help.
The government has also fined some factories for not following the rules.
The ministry in charge of the environment said the factories haven't been following the rules and needs more time to fix this issue.
NGT heard cases about water pollution in Buddha Dariya, Ludhiana.
Cases focused on the legality and operation of CETPs operated by the dyeing industry.
PPCB reported new leadership and intent to solve the pollution issue.
IIT Ropar is drafting a solution; penalties have been imposed on CETPs.
MoEF&CC acknowledged non-compliance and requested more time for action.
- Who
- NGT, Punjab Pollution Control Board, Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and the dyeing industry.
- What
- NGT hearing regarding water pollution in Buddha Dariya and the functioning of CETPs.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Ludhiana's Buddha Dariya (Buddha Nullah)
- Why
- To address extreme water pollution and the illegal dumping of untreated waste.
Environmental Concerns
Industrial Compliance
Water Quality
Environmental Concerns
Concerns over severe water pollution caused by illegal dumping.
Industrial Compliance
Inaction by industries.
- Location
- Buddha Dariya, Ludhiana
- Focus
- Legality of CETPs
- Involved Parties
- PPCB, MoEF&CC, Dyeing Industry, NGT
- Action
- Penalties imposed, IIT Ropar enlisted
- Issue
- Water pollution