Police investigate sewage dumping into the Uthrapalliyar river in Chengannur

Sewage is being dumped into the Uthrapalliyar river, polluting its source. Police discovered this during a check after residents protested the contamination. A tanker was recently seized, and charges were filed against its driver and owner. The river's coliform bacteria levels are dangerously high, posing a health risk. Authorities are increasing surveillance and inspections of tankers.