Among the environmental problems in India in the last five years, increasing pollution has been a major concern. It is having dangerous effects on the environment, public health and biodiversity. Some of these are particularly noteworthy
1. Air Pollution: India’s big cities are at risk due to high levels of air pollution. Industries, vehicles and construction work are releasing harmful gases and particles (PM 2.5) into the air, which are hazardous to human respiratory system. As a result, breathing problems, asthma and other health problems are increasing.
2. Water pollution: Water pollution of rivers, lakes and seas has increased. Chemicals discharged from industries, domestic waste and use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture are causing water pollution. This results in the loss of aquatic animals, fisheries and human drinking water.
3. Soil Pollution: Excessive use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture, plastic waste, and uncontrolled industrial waste are degrading soil quality. It is reducing agricultural production and threatening food security.
4. Overuse of natural resources: Deforestation, river filling and sand-gravel mining are threatening the natural environment. These activities are causing biodiversity crisis and disrupting the balance in the environment.
5. Threats to Biodiversity: Pollution and environmental mismanagement are reducing the number of species. Fish, bird, and plant habitats are being destroyed, thereby disrupting the natural balance.
To tackle all these problems, joint efforts of the government and the people are required. These problems can be solved by enforcing pollution control laws, raising awareness, and using environmentally friendly technologies. This is our hope for the future on the completion of five years of Hindustan Times Bengal.
