March 7, 2025 8:31 PM

Namami Gange Programme: over 300 projects completed, Rs. 40,000 crore invested in rejuvenating river Ganga

The Namami Gange Programme (NGP), launched in June 2014, is a flagship initiative by the Government of India to conserve and rejuvenate the Ganga River. Initially allocated Rs. 20,000 crore and later extended to Rs. 22,500 crore until March 2026, the program aims to significantly reduce pollution, boost biodiversity, and foster a deeper connection between people and the river, according to an official statement by the Ministry of Jal Shakti on Friday. Achievements as of January 2025 A total of...