Archive · 10 Jun 2025
NGT Slams UP Authorities Over Chromium Contamination Issues
Imagine a town where the water is dirty because of something called chromium.
A special group called the NGT is like a judge for the environment, and they are not happy with how the government is dealing with this problem.
The NGT says the government isn't doing enough to help the people who live there, like making sure they have clean water and aren't getting sick.
The NGT told the head of the government to fix the problem right away, give the people clean water, and help them if they're sick.
They also want the government to stop the chromium from spreading and making more people sick.
NGT criticized UP authorities for inadequate response to chromium contamination.
The NGT directed the Chief Secretary to ensure remedial measures are taken.
Residents face issues including inadequate water supply and health concerns.
Chromium contamination found in multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh.
NGT highlighted the lack of testing facilities at district or village levels.
- Who
- The National Green Tribunal (NGT) and the Uttar Pradesh authorities are involved.
- What
- The NGT directed the Chief Secretary to take remedial measures regarding chromium contamination.
- When
- An order was issued on May 27 and the matter was posted for July 1.
- Where
- In villages facing chromium contamination in Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- To address chromium contamination and its impact on residents.
NGT Concerns
Government Response
Efforts to Remediate
NGT Concerns
The NGT found that serious efforts were lacking in addressing the chromium contamination problem.
Government Response
Authorities were criticized for lacking serious efforts to remediate the chromium contamination problem.
- NGT Order Date
- May 27
- Affected Districts
- Kanpur Dehat, Kanpur Nagar, Fatehpur
- Heavy Metals Found
- Chromium and mercury
- Next Hearing Date
- July 1