Pristine peaks of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh are renowned for their breathtaking landscapes and vibrant ecosystems. However, beneath the serene surface, a crisis brews in its veins—the rivers and streams that carve through this mountainous terrain are under siege. Pollution, unchecked and unbridled, threatens not only the rich wildlife that depends on these waters but also the communities for whom these rivers are lifelines. The purity of these waters is integral to the ecological balance and cultural heritage of not only this region but also the rest of the country as the Himalayas provide water to most of the parts of the Indian sub-continent. The water bodies face peril from industrial discharge, inadequate waste management, and faltering sewage treatments.