Summary:
This allegation was levelled after the state environment minister claimed that no industrial pollution has been observed in the river water. GANDHINAGAR: Pollution in the Sabarmati River is an open secret, but the state government conveniently chooses to remain impervious to the reality. Parmar wanted to know what actions had been taken up the government so far to control pollution in the river. In his written reply, Vasava said that pollution in the Sabarmati River by Vatva industrial estate has not been noticed in the past two years. Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) Vatva unit also regularly monitors the area,” he said.Parmar said that he and the local people have submitted video and photographic evidence of Vatva and other industries directly polluting the Sabarmati River..