Which regions in India are most affected by arsenic contamination, as reported by the Centre to NGT
West Bengal and Bihar are the most impacted states by arsenic contamination according to the Centre's submission to NGT.
According to the Centre's submission to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the regions in India most affected by arsenic contamination are:
- West Bengal: The state of West Bengal has been heavily impacted by arsenic contamination, especially in districts like Murshidabad, North 24 Parganas, and South 24 Parganas. This contamination has affected groundwater sources, posing serious health risks to the residents.
- Bihar: Certain districts in Bihar, such as Buxar and Bhojpur, have also been identified as areas with high levels of arsenic contamination in groundwater. The presence of arsenic in drinking water sources in these regions has raised concerns regarding public health and access to safe drinking water.
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