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Contaminated Bhavani River water in Palaiyur village has been declared unsafe for drinking, leading to the closure of illegal dyeing units

About Bhavani river

It originates in the upper regions of the Nilgiris of Western Ghats
It flows across three districts of Tamil Nadu - Nilgiris, Coimbatore, and Erode districts
It is a major tributary of the Cauvery River
It is the second largest river in Tamil Nadu.
At the town of Bhavani, after traveling for 185 km distance the river confluences with Cauvery river.
Most of the river water is used for agriculture.
It is spread over an area of 6,200 square kilometers
Out of which,

nine percent in Kerala

eighty seven percent is in Tamil Nadu

four percent in Karnataka

Tributaries of Bhavani River:

West and East Varagar are the largest tributaries of the Bhavani River which come from the Nilgiris.
Bhavani Sangameshwarar Temple, is a prominent pilgrim center, situated at the meeting point of both the rivers - Bhavani and the Cauvery Rivers
The Bhavanisagar dam is constructed on this river.
It is one of the world's largest earthen dams playing a crucial role in irrigation and water supply.
The Bhavani River pass through Silent Valley National Park in Kerala before flowing into Tamil Nadu.
Silent Valley national park is located in the Southwestern corner of Nilgiris.
It is known for many highly endangered species such as
lion-tailed macaque
tiger
gaur
leopard
wild boar
panther
Indian Cive

Sources:

TIMES OF INDIA

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. What prompted the closure of seven illegal dyeing units near the Bhavani River in Palaiyur village?

A) Government policy changes

B) Public protests

C) Water contamination affecting public health

D) Economic downturn

Answer: C) Water contamination affecting public health

Explanation:

The Tamil Nadu Public Health and Preventive Medicine Department found that untreated effluents from illegal dyeing units contaminated the Bhavani River water in Palaiyur village, rendering it unsafe for drinking and leading to health issues among residents. This prompted authorities to close seven illegal dyeing units near the riverbank to protect public health.