NGT advises Varanasi DM to declare Ganga water unsafe for bathing and drinking

The National Green Tribunal addressed the pollution of the Assi and Varuna rivers in Varanasi. The tribunal suggested that the Varanasi DM should install a board declaring the Ganga water unsafe for drinking or bathing. The NGT questioned if the DM could consume the water. The tribunal will resume the hearing on December 13.