Residents of Kyalasanahalli Raise Concerns Over Air and Water Pollution Near Biocon Factory
- 02nd Feb, 2025
Residents of Upkar Meadows in Kyalasanahalli have raised serious concerns about the environmental pollution in their locality, alleging that the air quality worsens during the rainy season due to strange smells. Many locals suspect that the source of the unpleasant odor is the Biocon Research Limited factory, located at Plot No. 1,2,3,4, and 5 in Bommasandra Industrial Area, Bengaluru.
According to Udaya.L, a concerned resident, the smell is particularly intense behind the Biocon park area, and it seems to be released at certain times, especially when it rains. “This has become intolerable for people living behind the Biocon park. The smell makes it difficult to breathe, and residents are experiencing nausea, particularly during the monsoon season,” he said.
Udaya has requested the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) to investigate the issue. He suggests installing air pollution detection instruments near Kyalasanahalli lake and conducting groundwater tests in the area to check for contamination in the local borewells. “We would be happy to help in collecting samples from all borewells in the area,” Udaya added.
This complaint highlights the ongoing concern about industrial pollution in residential areas near industrial zones in Bengaluru. If left unchecked, the issue could lead to serious health problems for the local population. Residents are now urging the authorities to take prompt action before the situation worsens.
According to Udaya.L, a concerned resident, the smell is particularly intense behind the Biocon park area, and it seems to be released at certain times, especially when it rains. “This has become intolerable for people living behind the Biocon park. The smell makes it difficult to breathe, and residents are experiencing nausea, particularly during the monsoon season,” he said.
Udaya has requested the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) to investigate the issue. He suggests installing air pollution detection instruments near Kyalasanahalli lake and conducting groundwater tests in the area to check for contamination in the local borewells. “We would be happy to help in collecting samples from all borewells in the area,” Udaya added.
This complaint highlights the ongoing concern about industrial pollution in residential areas near industrial zones in Bengaluru. If left unchecked, the issue could lead to serious health problems for the local population. Residents are now urging the authorities to take prompt action before the situation worsens.
