Panipat, India, has become the global dumping ground for discarded fast fashion from developed nations, creating a cycle of labor exploitation and severe environmental contamination. This article details how the recycling process, while creating jobs, exposes workers to toxic chemicals and pollutes vital water sources, impacting the surrounding community.
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Fast Fashion Waste: Panipat's Toxic Price Tag
Panipat, India, serves as a major hub for textile waste, receiving discarded fast fashion from countries like the US and UK. While this industry provides essential employment, the process poses significant health and environmental risks. Workers are routinely exposed to airborne dust and hazardous chemicals without adequate protective gear. Furthermore, untreated, toxic wastewater from dyeing and bleaching units is discharged into open drains, contaminating local water sources relied upon by nearby communities. Experts and residents point to a systemic failure in governance and industry accountability regarding waste management.
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