India - NHRC red flags excess fluoride in drinking water in 19 states

NEW DELHI: The National Human Rights Commission has asked the government to make a presentation before it on the gravity of problem in 14,132 habitations in 19 states, where drinking water has shown traces of fluorides above permissible levels. The ministry of health and family welfare reportedly believes a huge population was at risk of a very serious health condition such as skeletal fluorosis. Fluoride contamination also affects the teeth and bones and long-term excessive exposure causes abdominal pain, excessive saliva, nausea, vomiting, seizures and muscle spasms. The health ministry has urged the ministry of drinking water and sanitation to ensure the supply of safe drinking water in these habitats. 

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