Sewage pollutes canals, poses health risk to locals
Dumping of garbage and sewage into the capital’s natural streams have spoiled the natural beauty of the city. PHOTO: FILE
The municipal administration of Tando Adam is reportedly releasing sewage water into both the Tando Adam branch canal and a minor canal running through the city, posing a significant threat to public health.
The use of contaminated water for crop cultivation is leading to adverse consequences, besides forcing residents to consume water mixed with the sewage, risking their lives.
This alarming situation has led to outbreak of various waterborne diseases including hepatitis, scabies, and stomach problems. Despite complaints from citizens, both the irrigation department and the municipal administration have maintained a silence on the matter.
The situation demands urgent attention and in- tervention from relevant authorities to address the environmental and health crisis unfolding in Tando Adam