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On August 11, Mumbai locals were startled to find stray dogs with a faint blue hue roaming the city. These unusual canines, appearing unharmed yet defying natural norms, left everyone puzzled.
The mystery has been solved, but the explanation is far from comforting. As reported by The Guardian, the 11 blue-tinted dogs were victims of pollution from the Kasadi River. Industrial waste, including dyes, was traced to a nearby factory. While dogs often swim in the river, the dye was also detected in the air. Following complaints, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board investigated and discovered that Ducol Organics Pvt Ltd. was violating waste disposal regulations. The factory's water supply was cut off, and a closure notice was issued last Friday.
“Every industry must adhere to specific regulations,” Anil Mohekar, a regional officer at MPCB, told The Hindustan Times. “After confirming media reports about the blue dogs caused by air and water pollution, we conducted a thorough inspection of the plant … We have ensured the facility remains closed starting Monday, setting a precedent for other polluting industries neglecting environmental safeguards.”
After rescuing five of the dogs, animal services personnel successfully removed the dye. They confirmed that the animals showed no signs of additional health problems.
