White Paper Submission & National Representation

“Buddha Darya & Satluj Cry for Justice – Punjab’s Water Emergency”

The PAC–Public Action Committee (Regd.) formally submitted its comprehensive Environmental White Paper to key constitutional authorities and policymakers across India, highlighting one of North India’s most critical environmental and public health crises.

Date 25 November 2025

Location Ludhiana, Punjab

Purpose of the Event

To raise urgent national attention towards:

• Severe pollution of Buddha Darya
• Contamination of River Satluj
• Groundwater crisis across Punjab and downstream regions of Rajasthan
• Public health risks affecting lakhs of citizens

About the White Paper

The report titled “Buddha Darya & Satluj Cry for Justice – Punjab’s Water Emergency” presents:

• Ground realities based on field surveys
• Scientific and environmental assessments
• Impact on public health and ecosystems
• Institutional and administrative gaps
• Practical, time-bound solutions for river restoration

Key Environmental Concerns Highlighted

• Continuous discharge of untreated industrial effluents
• Presence of toxic chemicals, dyes, sludge & heavy metals
• Severe degradation of Buddha Darya ecosystem
• Direct contamination of River Satluj
• Long-term impact on drinking water and agriculture

Authorities & Institutions Addressed

The White Paper was submitted to leading national and state authorities including:

• Droupadi Murmu
• Narendra Modi
• Bhagwant Singh Mann
• Bhupender Yadav
• Rahul Gandhi
• Partap Singh Bajwa
• Narain Dass Gupta

Along with:

• National Green Tribunal
• Punjab Pollution Control Board
• Punjab & Haryana High Court
• Human Rights Commission

Legal Context

The matter is currently pending before the National Green Tribunal, with prolonged delays despite ongoing environmental damage and public suffering.

PAC’s Key Demands

• Immediate stoppage of industrial pollution discharge
• Time-bound river rejuvenation plan
• Multi-agency coordinated action
• Strict monitoring and accountability
• Long-term ecological restoration of Buddha Darya & Satluj

PAC’s Commitment

PAC assures:

• Full cooperation with authorities
• Scientific and field-level support
• Community participation
• Sustainable and long-term environmental solutions

Significance of the Event

This initiative marks a major step toward environmental justice, aiming to:

• Protect millions dependent on river water
• Restore ecological balance
• Ensure safe water for future generations