Micro- and Nanoplastics Pollution in Indian River Systems: Sources, Impacts, Detection, and Management Perspectives: A Sustainable Approach
The pervasive infiltration of microplastics (MPs; <5 mm) and nanoplastics (NPs; <1 µm) into freshwater ecosystems has emerged as a critical environmental concern in India. Major river systems such as the Ganga, Yamuna, and Hindon are experiencing alarming levels of plastic contamination due to rapid urbanization, ind...