April 30, 2025 3:47 PM

Red-Crowned roofed turtle returns to Ganga after 30 years

In a landmark achievement for biodiversity conservation, the endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (Batagur kachuga) has made a triumphant return to the Ganga River after three decades of absence. This remarkable feat, driven by the Namami Gange Mission, signals a new era of hope for the restoration of the Ganga’s ecosystem and its rich biodiversity. The Ganga, a lifeline of Indian civilization, has long been a sanctuary for diverse species, including endangered turtles. However, the Red-Crown...