Bengaluru Residents Beware: Vegetables Here Are Not Safe!

A shocking revelation has come to light that vegetables grown in and around Bengaluru city contain dangerous heavy metals like lead and pesticide residues. Consuming them can lead to kidney and brain diseases.

Alarming Contamination Found in Bengaluru's Vegetables

A recent study reveals dangerous levels of lead and pesticides in vegetables sold in Bengaluru, posing significant health risks to consumers.

NGT Initiates Probe into Unsafe City Vegetables

The National Green Tribunal took suo motu action after complaints, leading to a committee being formed to test vegetables for harmful substances.

Brinjal, Ivy Gourd, and Beans Show Extreme Lead Levels

Tests found lead levels up to 20 times the safe limit in brinjal, 18 times in ivy gourd, and 9 times in beans, far exceeding FSSAI standards.

Contaminated Veggies Linked to Kidney and Brain Diseases

Health experts warn that consuming vegetables with high lead and pesticide content can lead to severe health issues, including kidney failure and brain damage.

Contamination Source Traced to Polluted Soil and Water

The investigation also found that the soil and water used for farming in areas like Kolar and Nelamangala are contaminated, affecting the produce.