Impact of environmental degradation on children and women in the slum areas of Agartala: A case study
Dr. Sharmistha Chakraborthy
, Sentienla
Environmental degradation, urban slum, sanitation, social marginalisation, urban poverty
Urbanisation in India has surged to new heights, with Tripura state exemplifying this trend, harbouring an urban population of 26.18% as per the 2011 census. This expansion, although a driver for economic opportunities, has simultaneously ushered in an array of socio-environmental challenges. Central to these is the plight of urban slum dwellers, particularly around Agartala's Haora River basin, where the proliferation of slums and the corresponding environmental degradation have raised serious health concerns, especially for women and children. This study delves into the slums adjacent to the Haora River, aiming to provide a detailed assessment of their physical environment and the multifaceted factors contributing to the river's deterioration. The paper places a special focus on the repercussions of environmental degradation for the most vulnerable groups within these locales: children and women. This paper examines the direct and indirect impacts of polluted waterways, inadequate sanitation facilities, and compromised natural habitats on the health and social welfare of these populations. The findings aim to offer insights into the complex interplay between urban poverty, environmental health, and societal wellbeing, ultimately informing policy and interventions designed to mitigate such issues and promote sustainable urban living conditions. The research not only contributes to the body of knowledge on urban environmental challenges but also calls for urgent action to address the plight of those most affected by the degradation of their surroundings.
"Impact of environmental degradation on children and women in the slum areas of Agartala: A case study", TIJER - TIJER - INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH JOURNAL (www.TIJER.org), ISSN:2349-9249, Vol.11, Issue 2, page no.a157-a160, February-2024, Available :https://tijer.org/TIJER/papers/TIJER2402017.pdf
Volume 11
Issue 2,
February-2024
Pages : a157-a160
Paper Reg. ID: TIJER_151014
Published Paper Id: TIJER2402017
Downloads: 000329
Research Area: Social Science All
Country: Agartala, Tripura, India
DOI: http://doi.one/10.1729/Journal.37863
ISSN: 2349-9249 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.57 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2014
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