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Dry Water Channel Becomes Toxic Waste Dump
17 Aug
Summary
- A dry water channel in Ganapathi Nagar is now a dumping ground for plastic and other waste.
- Encroachments reportedly caused the channel to dry up over several years.
- Residents are urged to remove waste and clear obstructions to restore the channel.
In Ganapathi Nagar, a formerly functional water channel near Palayapalayam has been transformed into an open dumping site. A significant amount of plastic and general waste now contaminates the dry channel and its banks, a situation attributed to years of it remaining dry due to alleged encroachments.
Local residents are reported to be the primary contributors to this widespread waste disposal. The accumulation of plastic poses a severe environmental risk and could obstruct rainwater flow during the upcoming monsoon season, potentially leading to stagnant water in surrounding areas.
Concerned road users have appealed to the Corporation for immediate action. Their demands include the removal of accumulated garbage, clearance of encroachments impacting the channel, and restoration of its water flow. They emphasize the need for regular monitoring and proper waste management to preserve the area and prevent further degradation of the channel.
