Saving Yamuna: Delhi govt mulls ban on car-wash soaps

In a bid to curb water pollution and fulfill its commitment to rejuvenating the Yamuna River, the Delhi government is considering a ban on the use of soaps and detergents in car washes across the city.

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NEW DELHI: The move, which may be implemented in the coming months, is aimed at reducing toxic chemicals in wastewater, a significant contributor to the river's pollution.

According to Water Minister Parvesh Verma, phosphates and surfactants present in car-wash soaps enter drains and eventually flow into the Yamuna, causing severe ecological damage. "We are serious about cleaning the Yamuna, and we need collective efforts for this. For Yamuna Maiyaa, we will take every possible step, big or small. Banning car-wash soaps is just one such measure," Verma said.