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We are taking certain steps to curb pollution levels in Buddha Nullah as per the NGT directions.”The NGT had taken strict note of high pollution levels in Satluj and Beas rivers. However, the discharge coming from dairy units and industrial units continued to be a challenge for the officials. The MC has uploaded the plan on its website for people’s feedback and suggestions.The residents can give their suggestions by January 25.The civic authorities have already imposed a ban on installation of new tubewells in the city. LUDHIANA: Hoping to generate more ideas to rejuvenate the polluted Buddha Nullah , which has become a major source of Satluj pollution, the Ludhiana municipal corporation has sought suggestions from the city residents.Following the directions of National Green Tribunal in an ongoing case, the civic body has prepared a detailed plan to curb pollution in the drain. As Buddha Nullah was one of the reasons for pollution in Satluj, the civic authorities were asked to prepare an action plan to deal with the problem.Imposed Rs 50-crore penalty by the NGT, the state government had constituted a special task force and some cleaning work was started..