Fluoride is a widespread, non‐biodegradable and relatively persistent pollutant, which at low levels of contamination causes serious health problems difficult to cure. Fluoride pollution in India is mainly due to natural sources reported so far. Its concentration in waters is much higher than the recommended values by different authorities. More than half a million people are affected by the disease called fluorosis, which is due to chronic fluoride intoxication. This paper describes the problems of fluoride pollution and its health hazards in India. It also suggests approaches for the study of industrial fluoride intoxication.