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NGT Flags rising faecal bacteria levels in Ganga at Prayagraj during Maha Kumbh

NGT Flags rising faecal bacteria levels in Ganga at Prayagraj during Maha Kumbh

New Delhi, Feb 18 (UNI) The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has expressed serious concerns over increasing faecal bacteria levels in the Ganga at Prayagraj, particularly during the Maha Kumbh Mela.
The findings were highlighted in a recent report submitted by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
The key findings submitted by the CPCB report indicate that a significant rise in faecal coliform bacteria was observed during the Maha Kumbh Mela.

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