Water entering the Nehru Zoological Park from Mir Alam tank and flowing through the zoo through channels and drains has been found to be contaminated with heavy metals such as nitrates and molybdenum. This contamination poses serious health risks to zoo animals, making them more vulnerable to kidney and other diseases.
Telangana’s Chief Wild Warden and Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, M. C. Pargaien, who inspected the Nehru Zoological Park Hyderabad on Sunday overseeing various activities and initiatives undertaken by the zoo, was informed about the water contamination.
To address this issue, Mr. Pargaien proposed the construction of two Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) — one near the Tiger Safari area and another near the pool area. This proposal will be forwarded to the Principal Secretary of Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD), advocating for its inclusion in the Musi Riverfront Development Plan or another suitable scheme. The aim is to ensure that water entering the zoo premises and animal moats remains uncontaminated, safeguarding the health and well-being of the zoo inhabitants.
