Bengaluru's Vegetables: A 'Slow Poison' with High Lead Levels, CPCB Report Reveals

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Bengaluru's Vegetables: A 'Slow Poison' with High Lead Levels, CPCB Report Reveals

Bengaluru's Vegetables: A 'Slow Poison' with High Lead Levels, CPCB Report Reveals

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News18•25-02-2026, 16:28

Bengaluru's Vegetables: A 'Slow Poison' with High Lead Levels, CPCB Report Reveals

•CPCB report reveals 26% of Bengaluru vegetable samples have lead levels significantly above safe limits.
•72 samples from major agricultural areas and retail centers showed 19 vegetable varieties failing safety standards.
•Lead found 20 times higher in brinjal, 18 times in tinda, and 9 times in beans than prescribed limits.
•Report also detected 12 types of toxic pesticides and high concentrations of copper, zinc, and iron in soil samples.
•Experts warn of 'slow poison' effects, urging government action for farmer awareness and proper pesticide use.

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