Founder's Blog

Location: Thapar Institute, Patiala, Punjab. The global proliferation of microplastics (MPs) - plastic particles smaller than 5 mm - has become a critical environmental and public health concern. Recent research across 42 countries highlights their ubiquitous presence in tap water, bottled water, and groundwater. These contaminants act as "Trojan horses," carrying heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants into the human body, potentially leading to severe health issues s