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Uranium was detected in the breastmilk of all lactating mothers sampled across six districts in Bihar, with levels up to 5.25 micrograms/L. Although 70% of infants show potential non-cancer health risks, concentrations remain below WHO limits. Researchers will meet Bihar’s CM to urge monitoring and safer water initiatives. Breastfeeding remains recommended despite contamination concerns. Public health action is needed to safeguard infants from environmental uranium exposure.