Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Kasol Waste Crisis: Dumping in Forest Sparks Outrage, Violates Laws
Imagine a beautiful forest where tourists love to visit.
Now, imagine that trash from nearby towns and hotels was being dumped there.
That's what happened in Kasol, India!
People saw this on a video and got angry.
The government tried to clean up the mess, but instead of properly dealing with the trash, they buried it deeper in the forest, breaking the rules!
Local people are upset because they pay fees for trash collection, but the problem isn't being solved.
Some officials are blaming delays on getting permission for a proper place to put the trash.
People are worried about the environment and want the government to manage the waste properly, not just hide it.
A viral video revealed widespread waste dumped in the Parvati Valley forest near Kasol.
Authorities responded by burying the waste deep inside a wildlife sanctuary.
The waste originated from Kullu, Kasol, and nearby villages, including hotels.
Local activist Aman Sood criticized SADA for failing to provide a viable waste management solution despite collecting fees.
BJP leader Nirotam Thakur plans to file a complaint with the National Green Tribunal.
- Who
- Authorities (SADA), local residents, tourists, hotel owners, and environmentalists are involved.
- What
- Waste from Kullu, Kasol, and nearby areas was dumped and later buried in the Kasol forest.
- When
- Waste accumulated over eight months before being buried on June 2, 2025, according to the publication date.
- Where
- Kasol forest, Himachal Pradesh, India.
- Why
- Authorities buried waste instead of treating it, violating environmental laws due to lack of a dumping site.
- Location
- Kasol, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Waste Accumulation Period
- Eight months
- Hotel Waste Management Fee
- Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,000 per month
- Responsible Authority
- SADA
- Publication Date
- June 2, 2025
- Green/SADA Tax
- Rs 300 per vehicle