Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Ghaggar River Water Unfit: Cancer Risks Raised in Parliament
The Ghaggar River's water in Punjab and Haryana is polluted and not safe for drinking or swimming, according to the government.
This information came out in response to a question in Parliament.
A study showed that people living near the river are more likely to get cancer.
The government is working to help treat cancer patients by providing care facilities and financial aid through different programs.
These programs provide free or low-cost treatment and insurance coverage for cancer patients.
Ghaggar River water in Punjab and Haryana is unfit for drinking and bathing.
The information was provided by Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav in response to a question in Lok Sabha.
A 2024 ICMR study revealed people near river drains are highly prone to cancer.
Cancer care facilities are available in several Haryana districts, with subsidized treatment.
Financial assistance is provided to poor cancer patients under various government schemes.
- Who
- Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav and MP Kumari Selja.
- What
- Ghaggar River water is unfit for drinking and bathing.
- When
- The information was shared in the Lok Sabha last week, August 8.
- Where
- Punjab and Haryana, along the Ghaggar River.
- Why
- To address concerns about river pollution and its impact on public health.
Government Initiatives
Public Health Concerns
Effectiveness of Government Response
Government Initiatives
Government is implementing schemes to improve water quality and provide healthcare.
Public Health Concerns
Need more effective and quicker action for improving water quality and cancer treatment.
- River
- Ghaggar
- Water Quality
- Unfit for bathing and drinking
- States Affected
- Punjab and Haryana
- Cancer Risk
- Increased near river drains
- Cancer Cases (2023)
- 1,678 in Haryana
- Treatment Availability
- Government hospitals, cancer centers
- Financial Aid
- Available for poor patients