Haryana water quality has deteriorated in 93 blocks since 2022: Congress MLA
The article highlights the significant deterioration of drinking water quality, specifically groundwater, in Haryana since 2022. Data presented in the State Assembly indicates that groundwater in 88 out of 142 blocks has Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) levels above the acceptable limit of 500 mg/L, with 35 blocks exceeding 1,000 mg/L. The state's average TDS level rose from 658 mg/L to 737 mg/L, with Palwal and Nuh being among the worst-affected districts. The report also criticizes the continued 100% dependence on groundwater in several districts despite an extensive canal network.
The article highlights the significant deterioration of drinking water quality, specifically groundwater, in Haryana since 2022. Data presented in the State Assembly indicates that groundwater in 88 out of 142 blocks has Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) levels above the acceptable limit of 500 mg/L, with 35 blocks exceeding 1,000 mg/L. The state's average TDS level rose from 658 mg/L to 737 mg/L, with Palwal and Nuh being among the worst-affected districts. The report also criticizes the continued 100% dependence on groundwater in several districts despite an extensive canal network.
Exam linkage
GS Paper 3: Environment & Ecology (Environmental Pollution & Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment); GS Paper 2: Governance (Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation - Water Resources).
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