Palani Perumal, Researcher - Environment and Climate Action

Pudukuppam: On the Brink of Ruin

Thu, 28/03/2019 - 11:10

Cuddalore is an important coastal district in Tamil Nadu, and is classified as a critically polluted  industrial town by the Central Pollution Control Board in 2010. Despite this dubious distinction, the proliferation of polluting and hazardous industries continues, making the residents of Cuddalore even more vulnerable. Situated in the Parangipettai block of Cuddalore district is the fishing village of Pudukuppam.

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