Nashik: Nine Companies Face Closure Notices Over Water Contamination In Ambad MIDC
Nashik: The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has initiated action against industries in the Ambad industrial area following reports of chemical-laden wastewater seeping into the ground and contaminating water sources in Datt Nagar. The board has issued closure notices to nine companies for alleged violations of pollution control norms. While four companies had already been ordered to…
Nashik: Nine companies in the Ambad industrial area are facing closure notices due to water contamination issues. The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has taken action after receiving complaints about chemical-laden wastewater contaminating groundwater sources in Datt Nagar. Four companies had already been ordered to shut down, but additional closure directions have been issued to five more firms.
The contamination has sparked concerns about potential health problems, including skin disorders, itching, and rashes among residents. Illegal borewells in the MIDC have been sealed, and stricter pollution enforcement is now underway. The Guardian Minister visited the area to assess the situation and directed departments to take immediate action.
Preliminary inspections revealed that some industrial units may have been discharging wastewater without proper treatment or in violation of pollution control standards. The board has intensified enforcement measures against these industries, emphasizing the need to identify the contamination source, prevent further seepage, and ensure the safety of drinking water for the local population.
Further enforcement actions may be taken based on inspection results and companies' compliance with pollution control requirements.
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