Guwahati, June 2 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Guwahati: Shoals of dead fish have been found floating in the Kharkhari River in Assam's Boko area, raising concerns over possible industrial pollution and its impact on aquatic biodiversity and local livelihoods.

The incident was reported along a stretch of the river between Shola and Trilochan, where residents found large numbers of dead fish floating in the water and scattered along the riverbanks.

Species reportedly affected include Puthi, Khalihna, Dorikona and Borali, which are commonly found in the river ecosystem.

Local residents have alleged that untreated industrial effluents discharged from the Chaygaon Industrial Centre may have contaminated the river.

Community members specifically rais...