Achi news desk-
Residents of the Deepor Beel area are living a nightmare as the waste in the dumping ground has been burning for the past two months.
GUWAHATI: The ongoing waste burning at the dumping ground at Deepor Beel has become a major concern for the residents of the area.
They feel that the authorities have not dealt effectively with this issue, leading to frustration and raising serious questions about environmental management.
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For the past 2-3 years, the residents of Bloortol have been suffering from unpleasant odors emanating from the dumping ground. However, the situation has worsened with the ongoing waste burning since February; Acrid smoke enveloped the area, making it difficult for residents to breathe properly and perform daily activities such as drying clothes outside.
Concerns escalated when residents near Deapur Beel noticed burning waste at the dumping site since February 15. Environmental activist Pramod Kalita acted by submitting a memorandum to the Pollution Control Board, emphasizing the urgency of the matter.
On April 8, the Pollution Control Council submitted a report indicating that the waste dumping site in the Boragon area poses serious threats to the survival of diverse aquatic species in the water body. The report attributed the pollution to waste burning, and emphasized the need for immediate action.
Padmini Englang Rangshal, a resident of Deepor Beel who spoke to GPlus described the ongoing waste burning as "slow poison" It destroys the community. She compared the situation to a scene from the movieSingham, where babies suffered due to smoke inhalation. Rangshal criticized the government for neglecting the welfare of the residents.
The effect of burning waste goes beyond physical discomfort, with residents reporting feeling sick and unwell due to poor air quality. The smoke spread to nearby areas like Pamuhi and Bhimsankar Temple, affecting residents and devotees alike.
Promila Teron, another resident of Teron Path in Deepor Beel who spoke to GPlus said,"The smoke makes it difficult to breathe and prevents us from drying clothes outside. We call on the government to help us."
In a conversation with GPlus, Sarita Troon, another resident of Pamohi, said, "Live so close to the dumping ground, it’s almost next door. To keep flies out, we close our doors, but crows keep bringing trash into our yard. It is covered in pests and insects, and the disgusting smell permeates our home. My son’s health has worsened recently. We visit the doctor 2-3 times a week. We suspect that the dumping ground is to blame for his illness."
Another resident echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the unpleasant smell and breathing difficulties caused by the burning debris.
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Continued burning of waste at the Depur Bill dumping ground poses serious health and environmental risks to residents and wildlife in the area.
This environmental crisis not only caused inconvenience but also posed a serious threat to the health crisis among the residents of Depur Bill.
