Red bloodworms found in Hinjewadi water have caused worry.
Red Bloodworm Infestation in Pune’s Hinjewadi: A Cause for Concern Residents of the Blue Ridge township in Hinjewadi were shocked to discover numerous red bloodworms in their drinking water. These worms were found stuck on the sediment filter of a resident’s purifier, raising alarm among the community. Potential Spread of Chironomid Swarms Ecologists interviewed by TOI suggested that recent sightings of Chironomid swarms in areas like Kharadi and Mundhwa, mistaken by citizens as “mosquito tornadoes,” might indicate a broader presence of red bloodworms in other localities. It is suspected that these Chironomids may have laid eggs in water sources within …