Toxic Foam Crisis at Kelavarapalli Dam: Farmers Demand Urgent Action

Farmers Fight for Clean Water

Toxic foam has taken over the Kelavarapalli Dam in Krishnagiri district, creating a dire situation for local farmers and communities. They claim that sewage discharge from Karnataka is the main culprit behind the persistent pollution, which threatens their agriculture and livestock. Despite their continuous appeals for intervention, there has been no significant action from the Water Resources Department or the Tamil Nadu Government.

The farmers are rightfully demanding accountability and a workable solution to this growing crisis. What assurances have been given by the authorities, and why has the problem persisted? As the water quality degrades, local residents are left wondering how long they must endure this toxic threat to their livelihoods.

As reported by The Hindu, the impact on agriculture and community health cannot be underestimated—yet the response from the government remains alarmingly inadequate. Farmers are now calling for immediate action to address this environmental emergency before it spirals further out of control.

Source: The Hindu