Rivers Must Flow Clean and Uninterrupted: Saryu Roy

Saryu Roy Highlights River Preservation at Swarnrekha Mahotsav Seminar

Key Points:

• Saryu Roy emphasized the need for clean and uninterrupted river flow.
• Speakers urged against dumping waste and puja materials directly into rivers.
• Experts discussed the environmental degradation and solutions for river conservation.

JAMSHEDPUR – Marking the 20th year of Swarnrekha Mahotsav, a seminar was held at Milanee Hall under the joint auspices of Swarnrekha Kshetra Vikas Trust and Yugantar Bharti. Jamshedpur West MLA Saryu Roy stressed the importance of preserving rivers, advocating regular community clean-up drives along riverbanks.

Roy recounted his visit to Bodhan Ghat and Pandey Ghat, expressing concern over the increasing pollution at Pandey Ghat. “Our rivers have become dumping grounds for household waste, and this is unacceptable,” he remarked, urging communities to avoid polluting water sources they rely on.

Addressing Pollution and Conservation

The seminar featured notable speakers discussing the environmental impact of pollution. Ravindranath Chaubey suggested using designated spots for puja material disposal instead of dumping them in rivers. “In Gujarat, individuals caught dumping waste are monitored by cameras—a system Jharkhand could implement,” he said.

Environmentalist Dr. Murli Dhar Kedia highlighted the contamination of rivers by septic tank waste from areas like Bagbera, Mango, and Jugsalai. He called for the establishment of water treatment plants in multiple locations to tackle this issue.

Cultural and Spiritual Perspectives

Senior BJP leader Dr. Dineshanand Goswami reflected on traditional practices, comparing the clean water from earthen pots of the past with today’s reliance on purifiers. “We must preserve riverbeds and prevent illegal sand mining, as clean water originates from sandy riverbeds,” he noted.

Renowned environmentalist Dr. Dinesh Chandra Mishra spoke on the cultural connection to rivers, lamenting the loss of reverence for these natural resources. “Rivers are universal mothers, yet we are failing to honor their sanctity,” he said, reciting a shloka that underscores the spiritual significance of water.

Community Participation and Future Plans

The seminar also saw discussions on practical measures to protect rivers. Speakers proposed creating awareness among younger generations and promoting traditional wisdom for environmental preservation. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Swarnrekha Kshetra Vikas Trust trustee Ashutosh Roy.