New Delhi, April 19 -- A layer of froth was seen covering the Yamuna River surface near Kalindi Kunj on Friday, bringing back the focus on heavy pollution in the river.
Experts said that the froth on the river surface was a recurring issue due to the toxic chemicals present in the sewage and industrial wastewater flowing unchecked into it. The frothing happens due to pollutants in the water getting accumulated with the dissolved organic matter like water hyacinth, leaves and other such wild grass, a Delhi Jal Board (DJB) official in the quality control wing, said. "Currently, we do not have any direction to carry out anti-frothing measures at Kalindi Kunj,"
At many places including Kalindi Kunj and ITO, water hyacinths have appeared in th...