Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Villagers Protest Picnic Pollution in Rourkela
People living near a bridge in Rourkela, Odisha, are very upset.
They say that too many people come to have picnics and leave a lot of trash.
This trash is hurting the land, the river, and the animals.
The villagers say that broken glass and plastic are making farmers and cows sick.
They also feel unsafe because of the mess and bad behavior.
The villagers want the government to make rules to stop this and keep their home safe and clean.
Villagers near Mitkundri bridge in Rourkela protested against ecological damage from picnics.
Protesters cited pollution, public nuisance, and health concerns for livestock and farmers.
Discarded waste, including plastic and glass, is harming agricultural land and cattle.
Women protesters highlighted safety issues due to alcohol bottles and indecent behavior.
Villagers demanded regulations, waste management, and responsible tourism to protect their ecosystem.
- Who
- Villagers near Mitkundri bridge, Rourkela
- What
- Protest against ecological damage and pollution from picnics
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Mitkundri bridge, Rourkela, Odisha
- Why
- To protect the riverine ecosystem and agricultural land from pollution and degradation
- Location
- Mitkundri bridge, Rourkela, Odisha
- Protesters
- Hundreds of villagers
- Main Concerns
- Ecological damage, pollution, public nuisance
- Waste Issues
- Plastic plates, glass bottles, non-biodegradable waste
- Impact on Livestock
- Cattle falling sick from consuming plastic and leftover food
- Protest Demands
- Restrictions, waste management, responsible tourism