more-inThe Punjab government on Friday suspended two officials for alleged laxity following spillover of molasses into the Beas river. That’s why the incident of molasses spillover happened from Chadha Sugar Mill. Mr. Soni said the lackadaisical approach of these officials had put aquatic life in grave danger. He asked all the officials of the department to ensure regular checks in their areas and take appropriate action against industrial units that violate norms. Meanwhile, Leader of the Opposition Sukhpal Singh Khaira appealed to the people to share with him details of polluting industrial units from their regions.

Source: The Hindu May 25, 2018 20:15 UTC