The buildup of micropollutants (MPs) and their rising concentrations in aquatic environments have become a growing concern for global water quality. Micropollutants, such as pharmaceuticals, personal care products, pesticides, and industrial chemicals, have emerged as critical environmental contaminants. These pollutants infiltrate ecosystems through sources like urban runoff, wastewater discharges, and industrial effluents, posing serious threats to aquatic organisms and potentially human health due to their ability to bioaccumulate and persist over time. Managing micropollutants requires a comprehensive strategy. Reducing their presence at the source through regulatory actions, public education, and the promotion of green chemistry practices can significantly minimize the release of harmful substances into the environment. Advanced treatment methods are essential for addressing micropollutant contamination. Technologies like adsorption (utilizing activated carbon, biochar, and innovative materials such as graphene), membrane filtration, advanced oxidation processes (e.g., ozone, UV light, photocatalysis), and bioremediation are effective in removing or breaking down these pollutants in water systems. Emerging techniques, including electrochemical processes and nanotechnology, hold promise for enhancing treatment efficiency. Additionally, natural remediation approaches, such as constructed wetlands, biochar applications, and phytoremediation, offer sustainable options for mitigating pollutant levels. Equally crucial is the monitoring and detection of micropollutants, with advancements in real-time sensors, remote sensing technologies, and smart monitoring systems playing a pivotal role in providing timely data for pollution control and early warning. Despite the progress in these strategies, several challenges hinder effective implementation. Financial constraints, high costs of advanced technologies, and limited funding hamper efforts, while technical issues, regulatory deficiencies, and policy inconsistencies further complicate the process. Moreover, public resistance and insufficient awareness delay the adoption of proper disposal practices and environmental protection measures. Successfully addressing these issues will require coordinated efforts among governments, industries, researchers, and the public to develop innovative solutions for reducing micropollutant pollution.