Illegal Sand Mining Threatens Kulsi River Dolphins

The Kulsi River in Kamrup, a vital habitat for endangered freshwater dolphins, is under threat due to extensive illegal sand mining. Locals report that mechanized mining has drastically reduced water levels, destroying dolphin habitats. Experts highlight the river’s ecological importance, with wetlands supporting fish migration, crucial for dolphin survival. Unchecked mining has also led to severe bank erosion and disrupted tourism. Authorities have seized 49 suction machines in recent months, but locals demand a complete ban on mechanized mining to restore the river’s health.