Social activist Pulinjana Poovaiah has been elected as the president of Kaveri Jalamula Samrakshana Vedike.
During a meeting held at a private hotel on Sunday, Poovaiah was elected unanimously. The other office-bearers are, Padikal Kusumavati - vice president, Narayanaswamy Naidu - secretary, Gopi Chinnappa, T L Srinivas and T Krishnachaitanya - honourary advisors.
Environment enthusiasts present on the occasion said that the Vedike should make a representation to the government regarding the pollution of the Keerehole stream.
Residents are releasing sewage directly to the stream. A letter should be written to the Pollution Control Board, they said.
Saplings should be planted on the banks of the stream, they added.
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