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Contaminated Canal Water in Wadwan, Budgam; A Growing Health Concern

Budgam, 3 Jul, Iconic Kashmir: People of Wadwan area of district Budgam facing a serious and urgent health crisis. The water supplied to their homes is coming through an open canal that passes directly through agricultural fields. As a result, this water is likely contaminated with pesticide residues, mud, waste, and other harmful pollutants.

This untreated water is being used by local families for drinking, cooking, and other daily needs, putting the health of the entire community at serious risk.

At the same time, there has been a worrying rise in cancer cases and other life-threatening illnesses in our area, even among young and otherwise healthy individuals. Could this contaminated water be a hidden contributor?

Clean and safe water is not a demand; it is a basic human right. We urgently call upon the local administration, the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department, and health authorities to take this issue seriously and act before it escalates further—(Iconic Kashmir)

District Administration Budgam Information & PR Budgam