Nagaland University Study Urges Action to Revive Polluted Dhansiri River
It reveals that summer contamination renders water non-potable; the report recommends relocating dumping sites, upgrading wastewater treatment, strengthening drainage, implementing regional water management policies, launching community monitoring
Overview
- Researchers documented seasonal variations in physicochemical parameters, finding turbidity, total dissolved solids and biochemical oxygen demand peak in summer.
- Downstream sections were classified as non-potable after multiple metrics exceeded national and World Health Organization guidelines.
- Policy proposals include prohibiting direct trash discharge, relocating dumping sites and adopting advanced wastewater treatment techniques.
- The report also calls for improved drainage systems, establishment of regional water management policies and ongoing community education and monitoring.
- Dr. M. Romeo Singh said executing these recommendations could create a new model for integrating scientific research, policy reform and local engagement in river restoration.