Govt launches programme to tackle glacial lake outburst flood threat in Himalayas, all 190 high-risk lakes to be monitored | India News – Times of India

Govt launches programme to tackle glacial lake outburst flood threat in Himalayas, all 190 high-risk lakes to be monitored | India News – Times of India

The recent glacial lake outburst flood in Sikkim, which claimed 14 lives, has raised concerns about the vulnerability of the Himalayan region to such catastrophic events. In response, the Centre has launched a national GLOF risk mitigation programme targeting 190 high-risk glacial lakes across four states and two Union Territories. The programme, led by the…

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Testing Flaws Point To Bbmpstps Choking 12 Lakes: Study |

Testing Flaws Point To Bbmpstps Choking 12 Lakes: Study |

Researchers in Bengaluru have discovered that sewage treatment plants commissioned by the BBMP in 15 water bodies have not been consistent in testing parameters such as faecal coliform, ammoniacal nitrogen, and total nitrogen. This has led to issues such as eutrophication, algal bloom, and fishkills in lakes. A report by ActionAid Association of India highlighted…

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Testing Flaws Point To Bbmpstps Choking 12 Lakes: Study |

Activists Demand Action Against Realtors for Lake Encroachments in Hyderabad |

Lake activists in Hyderabad are accusing real estate developers of encroaching on lakes that they were supposed to be preserving and beautifying. The lake adoption program, initiated by the previous government, allowed developers to take responsibility for lake restoration as part of their corporate social responsibility initiatives. However, activists claim that some developers have violated…

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