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Visakhapatnam Coast Chokes on Pollution Crisis
22 Jun
Summary
- Southern Visakhapatnam coast identified as highly polluted.
- Untreated sewage, industrial waste cause severe coastal contamination.
- Pollution threatens marine life, public health, and fishing livelihoods.
The southern coastal belt of Visakhapatnam is facing a severe pollution crisis, with recent research highlighting alarming levels of contamination. Studies using advanced satellite and GIS tools revealed that areas near Gangavaram Port, Visakhapatnam Harbour, and Malkapuram exhibit the highest pollution.
Environmental experts attribute the contamination to untreated sewage discharge, industrial waste, and microplastics. This pollution poses significant threats to marine biodiversity and public health. Activists are calling for the strict implementation of existing environmental protection directives and improvements in waste management infrastructure.
Concerns have also been raised about industrial pollutants entering the sea without adequate control. Experts emphasize the government's constitutional duty to protect the environment and hold authorities accountable for failing to curb water pollution, which has already impacted fish resources and the livelihoods of fishing communities over the past two decades.
