By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi
Recently, Mayapur Clean and Green, headed by Murari Mohini Devi Dasi, has been valiantly working to improve the air quality in Mayapur. Earlier this year, a pivotal agreement was reached with ISKCON Mayapur, outlining policies to address air quality issues and prohibit waste burning.
In spite of waste burning being outlawed by the Indian government and supported by specific legislation and guidelines governing landfill management, air quality remains a pressing concern in Sri Mayapur Dham. This is especially true in the winter months when temperatures drop, and pollution levels increase, posing significant health risks, especially for vulnerable groups such as children and seniors. Not to mention others who may suffer from respiratory ailments like persistent coughs and other chronic diseases.
However, despite all the governmental and regulatory measures, a disturbing incident occurred during the winter season—an extensive fire erupted in a local landfill, consuming highly toxic materials like styrofoam. Unlike typical fires fueled by wood or organic matter, this blaze emitted dense, hazardous smoke, prompting immediate action.
The intensity of the fire was so high that the fire department was summoned as a last resort to contain the blaze swiftly and prevent its potential escalation, which could have engulfed the entire vicinity.
Read more: https://iskconnews.org/mayapur-clean-and-green-partners-with-iskcon-mayapur-to-combat-air-quality-crisis/
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