Delhi Groundwater Uranium Scare: Capital Ranks 3rd in India, Sneha Mordani Reports

In this Special Report, India Today's News Editor & Anchor Sneha Mordani highlights a concerning new study by the Central Groundwater Board (CGWB). The 2025 report ranks Delhi third in the country for uranium contamination in groundwater, with levels exceeding the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) limit of 30 parts per billion. The broadcast references a recent scare in Bihar where uranium was found in breast milk, underscoring the health risks. Experts warn that uranium is 'nephrotoxic' and can cause chronic kidney disease. The report identifies North Delhi, Narela, and Kanjhawala as affected zones and suggests Reverse Osmosis (RO) as a mitigation measure.