Private company had obtained clearance by submitting “false statement” of DFO, Nagercoil’

Average rainfall in district has come down drastically

Thally situated 1000 metres above sea level, surrounded by valleys and cliffs, was once called ‘Little England’ by the erstwhile British rulers due to its salubrious weather prevailing round-the-year. But, it has lost its charm during the past seven - eight years which is a cause for concern, say farmers.

Untreated industrial wastes let out into water bodies has affected residents of Nethaji Nagar and its surrounding areas as also the cattle and cultivable lands.

On many occasions, district officials could not act on these illegal activities

Exploitation of natural resources like granite, blue metal and sand from the rivers, has been going on in the district during the last decade.
On many occasions, district officials could not act on these illegal activities due to political intervention. Still, some among the officials, who dared to curb this menace, invited the wrath of the quarry owners and their henchmen having the backing of political bigwigs, said Revenue Department officials.

Farming activities affected as rivers become dry KRISHNAGIRI: Rampant sand mining on the rise in Krishnagiri has led to fast depleting of the district's natural resources and groundwater table. The officials of the Public Works Department claim that only 100 to 110 trucks with two units of sand are being allowed to be mined from the Markandeya River bed at 11 places per day.