End of an Era: Bhopal's Toxic Legacy Incinerated
The remaining 307 tons of waste from Bhopal's Union Carbide factory have been incinerated in Pithampur, marking a significant step in addressing the aftermath of the 1984 gas tragedy. The disposal was carried out under the supervision of pollution control boards and adhered to environmental standards.
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The final 307 tons of waste from the infamous Union Carbide factory in Bhopal were incinerated at a Pithampur disposal plant, nearly six months after arriving there, an official disclosed. This marks the conclusion of a lingering chapter in the Bhopal gas tragedy of 1984.
Previously, the plant had successfully incinerated 30 tons during experimental trials. From May 5 to June 29-30, the remaining waste was methodically destroyed, aligning with the Madhya Pradesh High Court's directives. Overseeing the process, technical experts ensured emissions stayed within regulated limits.
The disposal involved an online monitoring mechanism to track emissions in real-time, confirming compliance with environmental standards. Post-incineration, remaining ash and residues were securely stored, with plans to bury them by November. The toxic waste originally included various residue types but showed no signs of methyl isocyanate or radioactive particles.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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