Namami Gange

Centre bans new industries in river floodplains, Ganga projects exempted

"Industries shall not be located within the river flood plain corresponding to one in 25 years flood, as certified by concerned district magistrate," said the directive issued by the ministry.

published on : 18th February 2022

After seven years of Namami Gange, now Centre mulls foreign model for river management

This comes when the National Mission for Clean Ganga has repeatedly said that the foreign river cleaning experiences are not suitable for the Ganga programme.

published on : 26th January 2022

Proceeds from e-auction of gifts received by PM Modi dedicated to 'Namami Gange' campaign

Expressing his desire for clean, pollution-free rivers, PM Modi urged that it is with everyone's efforts and cooperation that this mission can be achieved.

published on : 26th September 2021

Jolt to Baliyatra Riverfront Improvement plan as Union Minister terms Mahanadi bed filling illegal

Union minister Bisweswar Tudu, who inspected the area from Jobra Barrage to Gadagadia Ghat, expressed displeasure over filling up the river bed with sand and shoal.

published on : 21st September 2021