Bokaro Industrial Pollution: JIADA Factories Accused of Damaging Agriculture, Health

Residents of several villages near the JIADA industrial area in Balidih are alleging that factories are polluting their region with toxic smoke and ash. They claim steel and sponge iron units are damaging agriculture, contaminating water, and negatively impacting public health, leading to respiratory ailments. Local leaders are threatening agitation if the situation doesn't improve.