{"id":11441,"date":"2025-11-10T14:58:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T09:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=11441"},"modified":"2025-11-10T14:58:57","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T09:28:57","slug":"ganga-utsav-2025-a-nationwide-grand-celebration-of-devotion-faith-and-collective-resolve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=11441","title":{"rendered":"Ganga Utsav 2025 \u2013 A Nationwide Grand Celebration of Devotion, Faith, and Collective Resolve"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ganga Utsav 2025 \u2013 A Nationwide Grand Celebration of Devotion, Faith, and Collective Resolve<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Posted On: 07 NOV 2025 5:07PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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The 9th<\/sup>\u00a0edition of Ganga Utsav was celebrated by National Mission for Clean Ganga under the aegis of Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation with focus on partnership. A series of events were organized in collaboration with various partners with focus on knowledge, research and people\u2019s participation devoted to the cause of river rejuvenation. It has included events like an international conference to address the emerging issues, a riverathon to ideate with young minds and a grassroot event to strengthen the river people connect. The grassroot main event was celebrated with great joy, devotion, and collective responsibility at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya, bringing together officials, students, and stakeholders to highlight ongoing efforts toward Ganga conservation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Organized in honour of the life-giving Maa Ganga, the event witnessed the presence of\u00a0Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Jal Shakti,\u00a0as the chief guest, alongwith senior officials of NMCG, the District Ganga Committee, representatives from Ayodhya, students, and members of the public, whose enthusiastic participation made the celebration memorable.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The programme began with the offering of sacred Jal Kalash\u2014symbolising gratitude and a collective prayer to Maa Ganga\u2014followed by cultural segments, youth participation, and short film screenings showcasing Ayodhya\u2019s rejuvenation efforts, reinforcing the belief that the Ganga is not merely a river but the nation\u2019s lifeline and cultural soul.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Shri V.L. Kantha Rao delivered the keynote address, emphasizing that one-third of the Ministry\u2019s work is dedicated solely to River Ganga. He highlighted that the Ganga basin spans 11 states, nearly 100 major cities and 150 districts, supporting almost half of India\u2019s population and economy. He noted that more than 10,000 rivers are connected to the Ganga system, underscoring its immense ecological significance. He also reiterated the importance of the National Mission for Clean Ganga\u2014one of the Government of India\u2019s major flagship programmes directly reviewed by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Commending Ayodhya as a model city for effective sewage and drain management, Shri V.L. Kantha Rao stressed the need for strong inter-departmental coordination and active community participation through groups such as Ganga Praharis to ensure all drains entering the river are treated. The event also included cultural programs by local artists focusing on river rejuvenation and interaction of senior officers with Ganga Praharis, fish ranching and a detailed presentation on Urban River Management Plan for Ayodhya. The event also showcased the work done by Ayodhya administration for rejuvenation of small rivers.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The event witnessed the release of two significant publications\u2014\u2018Status of Waterbirds in the Ganga River Basin\u2019<\/em>\u00a0and \u2018Status of Island Nesting Report\u2019\u00a0<\/em>\u2014offering valuable insights into the region\u2019s ecological health.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Ganga Utsav Celebrations at Amity University, Noida<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

At Amity School of Engineering and Technology, Ganga Utsav was celebrated in collaboration with the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) under the theme \u201cVoices and Rhythms of River: Technical and Cultural Expressions.\u201d The event was graced by senior officers of NMCG who highlighted the importance of scientific planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative partnerships in river rejuvenation. He emphasized NMCG\u2019s integrated approach\u2014from LiDAR and drone-based assessments to dashboards, water quality monitoring, and urban river management plans\u2014and encouraged young innovators participating in Riverathon to contribute implementable solutions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

As part of the celebration, several important resources were released, including\u00a0Preventing Solid Waste Flow into Water: A Comprehensive Guide to Analysis and Reporting<\/em>,\u00a0The Colors of Ganga \u2013 A Children\u2019s Art Tribute<\/em>, and the LiDAR Data Release for Riverathon 1.0 participants. The event also showcased a cultural programme titled \u201cRhythms of River: Cultural Expression,\u201d celebrating the collective reverence for the Ganga.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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RHAR 2025 Conference at IIT (BHU), Varanasi<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The RHAR 2025 Conference held in IIT BHU Varanasi further enriched the celebrations with insightful discussions on advancing river health assessment and strengthening scientific approaches for river rejuvenation in India. Experts, academicians, and policymakers outlined priorities for sustainable river management and integrated restoration practices.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Shri Anup Kumar Srivastava Executive Director (Technical) chaired the technical session on \u201cGroundwater Management for Small River Rejuvenation,\u201d emphasizing data-driven decision-making, integrated groundwater\u2013surface water frameworks, and innovative assessment tools. He also inaugurated a book on emerging contaminants authored by the SLCR team. An exhibition of photographs, posters, models, and student presentations\u2014from Class IX to undergraduate level\u2014showcased creative ideas and a strong youth commitment to river conservation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The celebrations across locations concluded with meaningful stakeholder interactions marks a unified nationwide effort dedicated to the protection and rejuvenation of the sacred Ganga.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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