Unsafe water

An alarming high level of arsenic is found in Pakistan’s groundwater. This poses a threat to around 50 to 60 million. According to reports, the water contains 50 micrograms of arsenic per liter. This is five times higher than the limit presecribed by WHO. The country is already fighting a large number of life-threatening diseases. This contaminated water will create more trouble for the people. The relevant  authorities should take immediate action and tackle the issue at the earliest. Water at all wells should be tested and people living in nearby areas must be warned. In order to reduce the risk, authorities must inform residents that the water from such wells is not fit for consumption. The contaminated water has the potential to cause various life-threatening diseases including lung cancer and other lethal skin and heart diseases. In order to safe the people from this menace, appropriate steps should be taken by the government so that the people can have access to water that is fit for consumption.

Hadia Aziz (Islamabad)