Residents of Eriyad, a coastal village in Thrissur district, found that toxic soil—originally from the shut‑down Binani Zinc Limited plant in Ernakulam—had been clandestinely dumped on private lands. The illegal disposal raised alarms about potential health and environmental hazards. The local RDO convened a meeting with district officials and directed that the entire batch of contaminated soil be removed in a two‑day operation. Teams were mobilised to excavate and transport the material to a licensed disposal facility. The swift response aims to eliminate exposure to harmful chemicals and prevent long‑term soil degradation. It also serves as a reminder for West Bengal authorities to strengthen monitoring of industrial waste handling. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in waste management across India, underscoring the importance of strict enforcement and community vigilance.
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Keralan Village Begins Clearing Illegal Chemical Waste From Binani Plant
In Eriyad, a coastal village in Thrissur district, residents discovered that toxic soil from the closed Binani Zinc Limited plant in Ernakulam had been illegally deposited on private fields. The local RDO, after a meeting with officials, ordered the complete removal of the contaminated material within 48 hours. The cleanup is expected to restore safety to the area and reduce environmental risks. Kolkata readers can note the parallels with similar waste‑management concerns in West Bengal.
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Keralan Village Begins Clearing Illegal Chemical Waste From Binani PlantPhoto via The Hindu — National
