A layer of toxic foam has once again covered the surface of Delhis Yamuna River, vividly captured in distressing scenes from Kalindi Kunj. The frothy layer, a byproduct of industrial pollution and untreated sewage, starkly contrasts against the once serene waters, now a grim reflection of environmental neglect.Meanwhile, it is important to note that this is not the first time that the issue has come to light. Earlier also, similar pictures surfaced on social media, showing how a tributary of the holy Ganges that flows about 1,376 kilometers south of the Himalayas is getting destroyed by the noxious smog.#WATCH | Toxic foam floats on the surface of river Yamuna in Delhi. Visuals from Kalindi Kunj pic.twitter.com/Fna5Pour65— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2024What is the thick toxic foamThe white forth is a mix of sewage and industrial waste that contains harmful chemicals with high levels of ammonia and phosphates, which can cause respiratory diseases and skin problems. According to the experts, the water has sickened many New Delhi residents. The foam, a hazardous cocktail of chemicals and waste, poses grave threats to both aquatic life and human health, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive environmental stewardship. These haunting images serve as a poignant reminder of the critical need for immediate action to rehabilitate and protect one of Indias most revered rivers from further degradation.Yamuna plagued for decadesAs per sources, the data shared by the monitoring committee shows that several sections of the Yamuna have been plagued for years due to the dumping of toxic chemicals and untreated sewage. The holy river also appears to be dark and sludgy, filled with plastic waste on its banks for a long time.It is also said that the river is most polluted in the surrounding areas of Delhi with a dense population and high levels of waste. Also, only 2 per cent of the rivers length flows through the national capital, but it contributes almost 76 per cent of the rivers total pollution.
