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How I Stood Up Against the Burning of Dry Leaves in My Local Park.
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....ow I Stood Up Against the Burning of Dry Leaves in My Local Park.<br>By: - YAGAY andSUN<br>Environmental Law<br>Dated:- 29-5-2025<br>A few days ago, I had an unexpected and uncomfortable experience in the park near my home in Faridabad. What started as a simple walk turned into a moment where I had to step in and speak up-for clean air, for the environment, and for the law. 🔥 What Happene....
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....d I noticed a group of people burning a pile of dry leaves in one corner of the park. Thick smoke had already filled the air. It wasn't just unpleasant-it was harmful. It irritated the eyes and throat, and I could only imagine how worse it would be for kids, senior citizens, or anyone with breathing issues. I approached them politely and requested that they stop burning the leaves. Unfortunately....
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...., instead of listening, they got aggressive. One of them even threatened me, saying I should "mind my own business." For a moment, I felt uneasy. But then I reminded myself-this is my business. Clean air affects all of us. So I decided to respond with facts, not anger. 📚 What I Told Them I explained calmly that burning dry leaves is not only harmful to health and the environment but als....
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....o illegal. I shared a few key points with them: * The Environmental Protection Act and Solid Waste Management Rules clearly prohibit the open burning of leaves and garden waste. * The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has also banned it and imposed fines on violators. * Our own Faridabad Municipal Corporation bye-laws forbid this practice and provide penalties for breaking the rules. I al....
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....so told them there are better ways to deal with dry leaves-like composting, which is safer, eco-friendly, and actually improves the soil. 🌱 What Happened Next At first, they were dismissive, but after hearing that what they were doing could lead to fines or legal action, they started to take it seriously. Eventually, they put out the fire and said they wouldn't do it again. It was a sma....
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....ll win-but a meaningful one. Not just for me, but for everyone who uses that park. 💨 Why This Matters Burning dry leaves may seem like a harmless way to dispose of waste, but it's really not. The smoke contains harmful particles and gases that can damage our health and contribute to pollution. And when there are safer, legal alternatives available, there's no reason to keep doing it. &#....
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....128588; A Message to Fellow Citizens Sometimes, doing the right thing means stepping out of your comfort zone. Yes, it can be awkward. Yes, people might push back. But if we don't speak up, who will? We all want cleaner air and better surroundings. If you see something wrong, don't be afraid to act-just stay calm, informed, and respectful. A little awareness can go a long way. *** JAI HI....
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....ND Be an Observer to take actions to protect the Nature and Environment. Eyes Open, Voice Ready: Becoming an Active Guardian of Nature. YAGAY & SUN (Consultant, Cyclist🚴, Environmentalist🌍, & Proud Father) *** <br> Scholarly articles for knowledge sharing by authors, experts, professionals ....