In Alandi, a wave of concern has swept through social organizations, particularly the Human Rights Protection Organization, as pollution in the Indrayani River reaches alarming levels. Responding with urgency, a silent protest emerged, where participants, donned with black bands over their faces, waded into the river. This symbolic act not only sought to highlight the severity of the pollution issue but also called for swift and decisive criminal action against entities responsible for releasing chemical-laden water into the sacred waters.
Ripples of Concern: Pollution’s Toll on Workers and Pilgrims
The Human Rights Protection Organization voiced deep concern over the adverse effects on the health of workers and the overall well-being of pilgrims visiting Alandi. Notably, Alandi is a site where devotees come to witness Mauli’s Sanjeevan Samadhi. Accusing certain establishments in the Pimpri-Chinchwad area of discharging untreated chemical water into the Indrayani River, the organization underscored the need for immediate intervention to curb this extensive pollution.
A Sacred Watershed: Indrayani’s Revered Status Amplifies the Crisis
The Indrayani River holds immense significance as a spiritual destination, drawing pilgrims from various parts of Maharashtra who partake in traditional bathing rituals in its holy waters. The urgency to address the pollution crisis is heightened, with the Human Rights Protection Organization emphasizing that the very essence of the river is under threat.
The silent protest, a poignant collective plea, aims to awaken the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation and Alandi Municipal Council to the gravity of the issue. Beyond advocating for immediate pollution control measures, these organizations are steadfast in their demand for criminal action against those contributing to the contamination of the sacred Indrayani River. Their stance reflects a broader sentiment that governmental inaction not only compromises the sentiments of devotees but also poses a tangible threat to the health of those directly impacted by the pollution.
