Polluted air trapped over Bihar

The Tribune , Friday, March 25, 2005
Correspondent : Staff Reporter
New Delhi, March 24Pollution observed over Bihar by the National Aeronautic and Space Administration (NASA) does not originate there but is most likely due to transportation of pollution from western parts of the Gangetic plains. A satellite data analysis by NASA researchers revealed that a pool of polluted air particles form over the Indian subcontinent, particularly Bihar, during the winter season. Sources in the Environment and Forest Ministry, however, said meteorological and topographical features around Bihar could be responsible for polluted air getting trapped over the state. Burning of bio-fuels used for domestic purposes and coal by industries, besides vehicular emissions were responsible for the pollution. To control air pollution several steps have been initiated by the Centre and the State Pollution Control Boards, they said.
 
SOURCE : The Tribune, Friday, March 25, 2005
 


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