Protests erupted in Madhya Pradesh over the proposed shifting of toxic waste from the infamous Union Carbide factory in Bhopal to Pithampur for disposal. Union Carbide toxic waste protest. The protestors, citing environmental and health concerns, clashed with the authorities, leading to a lathicharge by the police to disperse the crowd.
The Union Carbide factory, the site of the 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy, still holds remnants of hazardous chemicals. Local residents and activists argue that shifting the waste could expose new communities to potential risks. The government maintains that the disposal plan follows strict environmental guidelines, but tensions remain high.