This is an archive article published on October 5, 2024
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NGT takes cognisance of ‘Indian Express’ report, issues notice to Greater Noida Authority on drinking water contamination
The NGT stated that the presence of E.Coli in drinking water poses significant health risks, including gastrointestinal infections, particularly for vulnerable sections like children and the elderly
The body observed that the news item raises substantial issues relating to compliance with the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. (File Photo)
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) Tuesday issued notices to the chairman of the Greater Noida Authority, Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB), Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), and the Noida district magistrate regarding the alleged contamination of drinking water in a housing society.
The NGT has directed the responses to be filed in the form of an affidavit at least one week before the next hearing on January 28, 2025.
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The Tribunal said it was taking suo motu cognizance of the matter on the basis of a news report – ‘E.Coli, traces of bleaching powder found in Greater Noida housing society water samples’ – published in The Indian Express on September 13.
The body observed that the news item raises substantial issues relating to compliance with the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986.
The NGT stated that the presence of E.Coli in drinking water poses significant health risks, including gastrointestinal infections, particularly for vulnerable sections like children and the elderly.
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“The news item relates to the discovery of E. coli bacteria and bleaching powder in the water supply of a Greater Noida housing society which led to over 300 residents, including 170 children falling ill due to contaminated water. The affected residents experienced symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pain, and fever. As per the article, the incident occurred at Supertech Ecovillage 2 in Greater Noida,” the order reads.
The body observed that the news item raises substantial issues relating to compliance with the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. (File Photo) 
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