Ganjam: A large number of dead fish were found floating in the Rushikulya River near the Potagada area of Ganjam. The incident has caused concern among locals and environmentalists. The exact cause of the fish kill is yet to be discovered. Local intelligentsia suspects that the soaring heat could be the primary reason behind the incident. With the rise in temperature, the oxygen levels in the river may have decreased, causing the death of the fish.
On the other hand, some have blamed the climatic conditions and the rampant water and air pollution in the nearby area. The mass death of fish in the Rushikulya River is a cause of concern, and the authorities must take immediate steps to prevent such incidents in the future. The incident also serves as a wake-up call to all of us to protect our environment and take measures to preserve our natural resources.