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Faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj: Here's how it can impact human health
Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on February 18, 2025
The Ganga River at Prayagraj faces significant faecal coliform contamination, especially during the Maha Kumbh Mela, posing severe health risks to millions of bathing devotees. While the Ganga remains a symbol of purity for millions, its increasing bacterial contamination at Prayagraj poses a serious health threat. Until then,...
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Published on February 19, 2025 - 03:20
Filthy Waters at Maha Kumbh: Prayagraj Ganga-Yamuna Fail Bathing Standards, Severe Contamination
Shocking reports reveal that the sacred waters of the Ganga and Yamuna at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj are severely contaminated with faecal bacteria, failing official bathing water standards. Devotees gathering for the holy dip are unknowingly exposing themselves to dangerous pathogens, raising serious health concerns. With millions expected to take part in the festival, experts warn of potential waterborne diseases. How did this happen, and what are the risks? Watch the full report.
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