Activists Protest Pollution in Punjab Rivers

Environmental protests are intensifying in India, with activists in Mangaluru opposing the felling of 16 trees for a parking project, highlighting the environmental repercussions of such actions. Meanwhile, the 'Kale Pani Da Morcha' movement in Ludhiana has gathered thousands protesting against severe pollution in the Sutlej and Buddha Nullah rivers, which activists claim has contaminated drinking water for decades and led to health crises, including cancer and hepatitis. This protest is a response to the government's inadequate action against industrial pollution and the deteriorating health of local communities. Activists demand immediate measures from the Punjab government to combat the toxic discharge of effluents and restore the rivers' health. The protests signify a broader call for accountability from government bodies and recognition of citizens' rights to clean water and air. Both movements underscore the urgent need for sustainable development practices and environmental protection.