Effect on ecology

Just like human life, the ecology, too, has suffered adversely because of the pollution arising out of the saree polishing and printing unit operating next door (Down To Earth , Vol 9; No. 17 January 31, 2001). Two years ago, the coconut trees in my compound were yielding rich fruit and the size of each coconut, after removing the husk, was fairly big. But now, their sizes have decreased. Scientists should look into this, and guide the public and the government on how to avoid such environmental degradation.