VOICED : Espuma toxica cubre el rio sagrado Yamuna de la India

The video discusses the severe pollution in the Yamuna River, which is covered in toxic foam due to industrial waste and sewage. This pollution exacerbates the living conditions in New Delhi, already plagued by thick smog. Despite the contamination, Hindu devotees continue to perform rituals in the river, believing in its sacredness. The government has been criticized for its lack of effective action, and the pollution is a major health concern, causing diseases due to chemical-laden water. Promises to clean the river have been made, but the toxic foam reappears annually.

What is the primary cause of the pollution in the Yamuna River according to the government?

• Tourism activities

• Natural disasters

• Industrial waste and sewage

• Agricultural runoff

During which festival do devotees bathe in the Yamuna River despite its pollution?

• Navratri

• Chhat Puja

• Holi

• Diwali

Why do devotees continue to bathe in the polluted Yamuna River?

• They are forced by authorities

• They believe in the river's sacredness and protection

• They are unaware of the pollution

• They believe the river is clean

What is a major health concern related to the Yamuna River's pollution?

• Loss of aquatic life

• Decrease in water levels

• Spread of diseases due to chemical contamination

• Increased tourism

What has been the response of the authorities regarding the pollution in the Yamuna River?

• Immediate cleanup actions

• Promised solutions but no effective action

• Complete denial of the problem

• Successful reduction of pollution