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Bittu Tabahi ‘heartbroken’ after finding garbage in river he cleaned for 8 months

Steadysingle sourceOne outlet reported this, in 2 reports over 2 days - no second voice in this corpus.
Wed, 14 October 2026Sun, 18 October 2026

What it is about

Bittu TabahiAjnar RiverThe Ocean CleanupMadhya Pradesh

Who published it, and when

original reportfirst to report
Times of India1 original report1 original report
14 Oct, 02:12over 4 days18 Oct, 02:30

How it spread - 2 original reports

  1. Wed, 14 October 2026

    1 report
    • Times of India02:12first to report

      Bittu Tabahi's return to the Ajnar River after an eight-month cleanup revealed a heartbreaking reality; the river was heavily polluted again. In a poignant video, he shared his frustration and vowed to keep documenting the situation. Previously, he successfully removed large quantities of waste from the Yamuna and surrounding areas, yet the formidable challenge of sustaining these clean-ups amid persistent pollution persists.

  2. Sun, 18 October 2026

    1 report
    • Times of India02:30

      Bittu Tabahi, an unwavering environmental activist, invested eight months revitalizing the Ajnar River in Madhya Pradesh. Although the river showcased remarkable recovery, it soon fell victim to pollution again. Calling for public engagement in waste management, Bittu's dedication resonated globally, even attracting a job offer from The Ocean Cleanup. His journey highlights the importance of both individual efforts and united action to tackle environmental challenges.

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