Kerala High Court questions lack of action on MSC Elsa 3 pollution from plastic nurdles and hazardous cargo.
The Kerala High Court expressed concern over the pollution caused by plastic nurdles and hazardous cargo from the MSC Elsa 3, which sank off the Alappuzha coast in May 2025. The court orally questioned why government agencies had done little over the past year to implement containment measures, noting a lack of clarity regarding environmental and safety risks. The court highlighted discrepancies between reports and the shipping company's claims and sought an action plan from the Centre to address the threat from the cargo in over 600 containers. The court warned that plastic nurdles could harm marine ecosystems and seafood exports.
Key Points
- Kerala High Court raised concerns about pollution from the sunken MSC Elsa 3 vessel off Alappuzha coast.
- The court questioned the lack of containment measures taken by government agencies over the past year.
- Discrepancies were noted between official reports and the shipping company's claims regarding the wreck.
- An action plan from the Centre was sought to address the environmental threat posed by plastic nurdles and hazardous cargo.
- The court warned about potential harm to marine ecosystems and seafood exports.
Exam Facts
- Vessel: MSC Elsa 3.
- Location of sinking: Off Alappuzha coast.
- Date of sinking: May 2025.
- Number of containers: Over 600.
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