Bihar, the holy land of Ganga, is known for its food, culture and historical sites. But in the recent past, this beautiful state has been facing a big challenge – pollution. Today we are talking about those 10 cities of Bihar, which are suffocating due to pollution.
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Top Ten Cities With Worst Air Quality in The Country From Bihar
You must have often heard this saying – “Where the Ganges flows, everything is sacred.” But nowadays even the mother Ganga flowing in Bihar looks helpless. Actually, due to pollution, many beautiful cities of Bihar are in bad shape. Today we will tell you about those 10 cities, which are facing a lot of problems due to pollution.
These figures are shocking – some time ago the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) released a list of the 10 most polluted cities in the country, and out of that, 6 cities were from Bihar! Actually, the level of pollution in these cities has increased so much that it has become difficult to breathe.
People’s Problems
Due to pollution, people living in these cities of Bihar have to face many problems. Problems like difficulty in breathing, burning sensation in the eyes, itching in the skin have become common. Also, the number of patients of asthma and respiratory diseases is also increasing rapidly.
What is the reason? (What’s the Reason?)
There are many reasons for such high pollution levels in the cities of Bihar. The biggest reason is the increasing number of vehicles. The smoke from old vehicles mixes with the air and makes it poisonous. Apart from this, burning garbage, construction work and burning of stubble also play an important role in increasing pollution.
What Can Be Done?
Many steps can be taken to protect the cities of Bihar from pollution. The most important thing is that more and more people use public transport or ride a bicycle. The government should also take steps to promote electric vehicles. Also, strict laws should be made to stop those who spread pollution.
After all, it is our collective responsibility
Protecting the cities of Bihar from pollution is not only the responsibility of the government, but it is the collective responsibility of all of us. You can also contribute to reducing pollution by adopting some easy methods, such as – drive less, plant trees and keep your surroundings clean.
If we all try together, we can free the cities of Bihar from pollution and bring back the same old beauty, where the pure stream of Mother Ganga flows and there is greenery all around.
List Top Air Polluted Cities in Country From Bihar
The AQI was in Very Poor Category also at Muzaffarpur (383) , Aurangabad (348) , Munger (344 ), Sasaram (341), Bettiah (334), Motihari (322 ), Hajipur (312), Araria (305 ), and Gaya (301)
Which are these 10 Cities?
Although the figures in terms of pollution keep changing every year, but according to the recent news, these 10 cities of Bihar are being said to be among the most polluted cities of the country:
Muzaffarpur: Here the smoke coming out of brick kilns makes it difficult for people to breathe.
Patna: The capital Patna is also in the grip of pollution. Traffic jams and smoke coming out of vehicles are making the air poisonous.
Gaya: There is a havoc of pollution in the tourist place Gaya as well. Here dust and the speed of vehicles are becoming a threat to the health of the people.
Darbhanga: Pollution is also increasing continuously in Darbhanga city, famous for education. Burning garbage heaps has become a common problem.
Arrah: The problem of pollution is serious in the historical place Arrah as well. Bad roads and construction work blow up dust, which causes difficulty in breathing for people.
Nalanda: The pollution level in Nalanda, famous for its university, is rising dangerously.
Purnia: Purnia in eastern Bihar is drowning in toxic air.
Kishanganj: The pollution level in Kishanganj is rising steadily due to deforestation and increase in the number of vehicles.
Motihari: The problem of pollution is also serious in Motihari city, popularly known as Aunty.
Samastipur: Due to pollution in Samastipur, the risk of people getting respiratory diseases has increased.
What are Biharis Doing?
But the people of Bihar are not sitting quiet. Voices are being raised against pollution. People have started getting into the habit of riding bicycles and using public transport. Swachhata Abhiyan is also being run at many places.
Government Initiatives
The Bihar government is also taking several steps to reduce pollution. Electric vehicles are being subsidized and those who pollute are being fined. Along with this, big tree planting campaigns are also being run.