Arsenic Contamination

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Groundwater Contamination Mitigation Efforts in Eastern Uttar Pradesh

The Central Ground Water Board's 2025 report indicates that both Mau and Balia districts in Eastern Uttar Pradesh have groundwater levels categorized as 'safe,' with arsenic contamination being an isolated issue rather than widespread. The Ministry of Jal Shakti has implemented multiple initiatives to manage and

Innovative Solutions to Arsenic Contamination in Groundwater

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has announced the successful implementation of cement-sealing technology for constructing Arsenic-free wells, developed by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). This method has been shared with state departments for replication, leading to the construction of 204 wells in Uttar Pradesh. CGWB continues to monitor groundwater