Radioactive Pollution in Punjab: Groundwater at Risk
On 14th August 2025, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Water Resources raised concern over the continued presence of uranium contamination in drinking water sources in Punjab and called for urgent short-term relief and long-term solutions to safeguard public health.
What is Uranium Contamination?
- Uranium contamination refers to the presence of excessive levels of uranium in the environment, primarily in water and soil, exceeding safe limits.
- Safe Limits Prescribed:
- World Health Organization (WHO): 0.03 mg/L.
- Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS): Also follows 0.03 mg/L as permissible limit.
- Health Impacts: Uranium contamination poses risks due to both its radioactivity and chemical toxicity. Ingestion of contaminated water ....
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