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Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, holds engagement, and innovative for Ganga conservation.

immense significance as it addresses technological solutions. Guided Ongoing discussions within the
the pollution abatement works for by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Nature Network, alongside mass
River Kali, a vital water body in Modi's vision, we embark on participation, reinforce our goal of
the region. Amidst its historical a future where the Falgu River instilling collective responsibility
legacy and burgeoning industrial flourishes as a symbol of ecological and reverence for the Ganga.
prominence, Meerut faces the resilience and cultural heritage, Furthermore, NMCG witnessed
pressing challenge of wastewater nurturing communities along its
pollution, particularly in the River storied course. a resounding success with the
Kali. The project's core objective Additionally, the impactful Ganga Swachhta Pakhwada held at
ITO, Chhath Ghat, Delhi on 28th
lies in mitigating this pollution collaboration between NMCG March 2023. This event epitomized
through comprehensive pollution
abatement works. By intercepting and HESCO (Himalayan our unwavering commitment to
and diverting untreated wastewater Environmental Studies and riverine cleanliness and galvanized
Conservation Organization), is diverse stakeholders toward a
from major drains into a newly advancing Ganga conservation common goal. The presence of
constructed 220 MLD capacity from Gangotri to Gangasagar. esteemed dignitaries, including
Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), it
seeks to significantly alleviate the Our focus on enhancing public Ms. Debashree Mukherjee,
and
fostering
Secretary, Ministry of Jal Shakti,
engagement
burden on the river's ecosystem. sustainable practices across alongside NMCG officials and
With an estimated cost of Rs. representatives from various
690.71 crore, sanctioned under the the Ganga basin includes
Hybrid Annuity based PPP model active involvement of public organizations, reinforced
and
efficient the gravity of the occasion.
organizations
with 100% central funding, the utilization of local resources Ms. Mukherjee's leadership
project shows a concerted effort through technology integration. in spearheading a dedicated
towards rejuvenating the sacred
Ganges and fostering sustainable Establishing Ganga Information cleanliness drive, coupled with
Centers (GICs) in partnership with the
participation
enthusiastic
development in the region.
voluntary organizations serves as of students from Adarsh Vidya
In the spirit of preserving our vital information hubs for local Niketan, exemplified the spirit of
cultural heritage and ecological communities, fostering knowledge environmental stewardship and
balance, the Namami Niranjana dissemination and empowerment. community engagement. This
Campaign emerges as a guiding Our collaborative efforts collaborative effort resulted in
light for the revitalization of extend beyond conventional removing 500-1000 kilograms

the revered Falgu River. By boundaries, incorporating media of garbage from the ghat,
bringing together governmental references to amplify awareness highlighting the transformative
bodies, non-governmental of the Ganga's cultural and power of collective action. Aligned
organizations, and academic ecological significance. Notably, with Government’s vision, the
institutions, the campaign the successful establishment Ganga Swachhta Pakhwada, slated
embodies a collaborative approach of GICs in Jharkhand, Bihar, from 16th to 31st March 2024,
to addressing the challenges facing and Uttar Pradesh underscores stands as a nationwide initiative,
the Niranjana River. Through our expansion plans. Targeted fostering a culture of cleanliness
robust discussions and technical training sessions at HESCO and sustainability along the sacred
sessions, stakeholders have Centers, especially for women, river. Through diverse activities,
deliberated on sustainable river and technology demonstrations NMCG has effectively mobilized
basin management, community in GRCs empower communities stakeholders, fostering a collective

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