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Pithampur Residents Protest Against Toxic Waste Disposal from Bhopal

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Pithampur Residents Protest Against Toxic Waste Disposal from Bhopal

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  • Protests erupted in Pithampur, Dhar district, as locals oppose the transfer of toxic waste from Bhopal's Union Carbide factory.
  • The waste, linked to the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy, was moved for disposal, prompting safety concerns among residents.
  • Protesters demand the return of waste containers to Bhopal, citing environmental risks associated with incineration.
  • In response to increasing tensions, local business owners declared a 'Bandh', shutting their shops to join the protest.
  • The situation escalated when police used lathi charge to disperse demonstrators, drawing further public attention to the issue.

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