A viral video showing a woman washing her hair with toxic foam in the Yamuna River has caused widespread concern and shock among viewers. The footage, which has garnered over a million views, captures the woman and several others bathing in the polluted river, surrounded by thick layers of foam. Despite health warnings issued by authorities, many devotees ignored the risks and continued to bathe in the contaminated water during the ongoing Chhath Puja festival.
Chhath Puja, an important religious festival celebrated by people from Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh, witnesses thousands of devotees immersing themselves in the Yamuna River to offer “arghya” to the Sun. This year, however, the river is covered with a dangerous layer of toxic foam, a common annual occurrence due to untreated sewage and industrial pollutants in the water.
In the viral video, the woman is seen laughing and joking as she uses the foam, which is the result of chemical pollutants in the river, to shampoo her hair. The video shows several other women bathing and washing their hair while standing knee-deep in the polluted water. Many viewers expressed shock and concern for the health risks associated with such behavior.
“Is this really happening?” one social media user questioned, while another commented, “All that foam is not shampoo!” A third user expressed deep concern, stating, “After a few days, they will see a skin doctor.”
Experts have repeatedly warned about the dangers of bathing in the Yamuna River, especially during Chhath Puja, when the river is heavily polluted with sewage and industrial waste. The foam that forms on the river’s surface is a result of high levels of untreated waste, including chemicals and detergents that can have harmful effects on the skin, eyes, and overall health.
While authorities have cautioned devotees to avoid contact with the toxic water, the religious significance of Chhath Puja often overrides these warnings. The festival continues to draw large crowds, many of whom are unaware of the potential health risks associated with bathing in the polluted river.
In response to the incident, social media users have emphasized the need for better education regarding the dangers of the Yamuna’s pollution. “Education plays a crucial role here,” one user said. “It’s heartbreaking to see people using this water, unaware of the health issues they may face.”
As the video continues to circulate online, it has sparked important conversations about the impact of water pollution on public health and the need for stronger awareness campaigns to protect both the environment and people’s well-being.
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