A large number of dead fish were found floating in the Kosasthalaiyar river near Ennore in Chennai, with the quantity estimated at around 2,150 tonnes, according to the report.
The incident has caused shock among residents and has drawn attention to the need for urgent action to remove the carcasses and prevent further impact on the river ecosystem.
The report highlights public concern over what may have led to the mass fish deaths, with questions being raised about the underlying reason.
Authorities and stakeholders are expected to look into the cause and explore solutions for clearing the dead fish from the river, as the situation continues to be closely watched.
