Residents call for stricter monitoring of Motanga Industrial estate emissions

Bhutan's Daily Newspaper - Kuensel - 07/02
Residents of Samdrupjongkhar are raising concerns over potential health risks from emissions at the Motanga Industrial Estate.

Neten Dorji

Residents of Samdrupjongkhar are raising concerns over potential health risks from emissions at the Motanga Industrial Estate.

They report thick, toxic smoke being released in the early morning and late at night, particularly between 3:00am and 4:30am. Locals living near the industrial park describe the smoke as dense and visible, with industrial dust settling on leaves and vehicles.

While there is no scientific evidence directly linking the emissions to health issues...
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