Delhi Assembly election: Landfill, health problems, poor infrastructure are issues plaguing voters in Ghazipur
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Delhi Assembly election: Landfill, health problems, poor infrastructure are issues plaguing voters in Ghazipur

The Hindu  

Cough, fever and other respiratory diseases are year-round health problems for people living near the towering Ghazipur landfill, says 28-year-old Anjana Kumar, who has been born and raised in the area. With the Delhi Assembly elections around the corner, residents living under the shadow of the Ghazipur landfill are urging candidates and political parties to prioritise their issues as they continue to struggle with pollution, health problems and inadequate infrastructure. Politicians need to respect the trust we place in them.” Speaking about the hardships they face during the summers, 28-year-old Anjana Kumari said the landfill often catches fire and releases toxic fumes. Sukhbir Singh, a 63-year-old resident who has been living next to the Ghazipur landfill for more than four decades, shared that he has developed respiratory problems due to the pollution and poor sanitation.

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1 month ago

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

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Hindustan Times  

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

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New Indian Express  

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New Indian Express  

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India TV News  

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India TV News  

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Hindustan Times  

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The Hindu  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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India TV News  

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India TV News  

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Hindustan Times  

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News 18  

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2 years, 9 months ago

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Live Law  

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India TV News  

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India Today  

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4 years, 11 months ago

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The Quint  

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5 years, 2 months ago

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India TV News  

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5 years, 2 months ago

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5 years, 6 months ago

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The Quint  

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5 years, 8 months ago

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The Quint  

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6 years, 2 months ago

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Firstpost  

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6 years, 5 months ago

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Live Law  

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