Delhi prepares for Chhath: With rain over, froth back in Yamuna; pollution rises

Times of IndiaCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by KUSHAGRA DIXITOctober 25, 2025 at 12:50 AM

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Delhi is preparing for Chhath festivities along the Yamuna River despite a resurgence of pollution levels post-monsoon. The river, which was cleaner due to monsoon rains, now shows signs of degradation with frothing and elevated faecal coliform and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) levels. In October, faecal coliform levels spiked to 21,000 MPN/100ml from 3,500 in September, while BOD rose to 37mg/l from 13mg/l. To address the issue, authorities have beautified ghats and increased water flow from Haryana’s Hathnikund barrage. However, environmentalists argue these measures are temporary fixes.

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Haryana ×280% Yamuna River ×6100% Delhi ×5100%

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yamuna river 100% pollution levels 90% chhath festivities 80% faecal coliform 70% biochemical oxygen demand (bod) 70% delhi pollution control committee 60% environmental degradation 50% water releases 50% sewage treatment plants 40% river revival efforts 40%

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Yamuna River

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