CPCB Identifies Polluted River Stretches in India
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has identified 311 polluted river stretches across 279 rivers in 30 States/Union Territories as of November 2022. This marks a decrease from 351 polluted stretches in 2018, with 106 delisted and improvements noted in 74 stretches. The CPCB has been monitoring river water quality since 2009 and employs various mechanisms, including manual sampling and real-time monitoring stations, to track pollution levels. The data is regularly updated and made available to ensure transparency and accuracy.
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