Ganga water in Haridwar is 'B' class, unsafe for drinking or bathing: Pollution Board

The Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board found the Ganga river water in Haridwar to be in the 'B' category, which means it is unsuitable for drinking but safe for bathing. The test was conducted in November. Pollution, especially from human waste, is a major concern. Other rivers in India, like the Yamuna in Delhi, are also heavily polluted.