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High levels of mercury, chromium in Kanpur residents Blood sampling in affected areas of Kanpur Nagar in Uttar Pradesh for chromium, mercury and fluoride analysis revealed many have heavy metal limits in their body that exceed the safe limits. This was stated in a report filed by the district magistrate of Kanpur Nagar at the National Green Tribunal (NGT) October 6, 2025. It was in compliance with the NGT order of July 1, 2025.

The case pertained to the pollution caused by the chromi...