Ludhiana, March 2 -- State local bodies minister Dr Ravjot Singh on Saturday reprimanded municipal corporation and Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) officials for 'failing' to act against dairy units discharging untreated water into Buddha Nullah though 35 outlets.

The minister and Rajya Sabha member Balbir Singh Seechewal conducted inspection along Tajpur Road.

During the visit, the minister criticised the lack of enforcement, noting that no action was taken even a week after 'persistent violations'. He warned that negligence in implementing environmental regulations will not be tolerated.

Buddha Nullah pollution has been among the main issues plaguing Ludhiana and dairy complexes and industrial units are among the main contributo...