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70-Yr-Old Wetland Mitra Exposes Institutional Neglect In Delhi

Pooja ReddySource: hindustantimes.com
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70-Yr-Old Wetland Mitra Exposes Institutional Neglect In Delhi
70-Yr-Old Wetland Mitra Exposes Institutional Neglect In DelhiSource: hindustantimes.com
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Despite being appointed as a 'Wetland Mitra' in 2021, 70-year-old Ram Naresh Kaushik's efforts to map and revive water bodies in northwest Delhi have been met with inaction from agencies. Over 50 letters and numerous meetings have been held, but no satisfactory action has been taken to date, leaving water bodies in a deteriorated state. The issue persists across the city, with the National Green Tribunal monitoring the status of Delhi's water bodies.

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