Breaking News: Bhopal Gets Major Relief from Toxic Waste After 40 Years | ABP News

Forty years after the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the process of destroying toxic waste from the Union Carbide factory has finally begun. Last night, 12 containers filled with hazardous waste were transported via a green corridor from the Union Carbide factory to Pithampur in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. This marks a significant step towards addressing the long-standing environmental concerns associated with the aftermath of the gas leak disaster. The Bhopal Gas Tragedy, which occurred in 1984, is considered one of the worst industrial disasters in history, with thousands of people losing their lives due to exposure to toxic gas. Since then, the site has been a source of ongoing contamination, with large amounts of hazardous chemicals remaining in the factory's vicinity, posing a severe risk to public health and the environment. The hazardous waste that has been moved to Pithampur will undergo a treatment process aimed at neutralizing the dangerous substances. The authorities have taken extensive measures to ensure the safe transportation of the waste, including the establishment of a green corridor, which facilitates uninterrupted movement to ensure minimal risk during transit. This initiative comes after years of legal and environmental battles, and it reflects the ongoing efforts of the government and local authorities to mitigate the long-term impact of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy on the city’s residents and the surrounding ecosystem.