Devanjana Mukherjee, Khabri Media
The holy river of Ganga, often referred to as the lifeline of India, is not just a waterbody; it’s a symbol of spiritual, cultural, and ecological significance.
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In recent years, the Ganga Utsav has emerged as a significant event that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate the river’s significance. The 7th edition of Ganga Utsav 2023, celebrated with immense festive fervor, marked a significant milestone in this ongoing tradition. To subscribe please click tau.id/2iy6f and access our live channel.
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The Utsav was organized today by National Mission for Clean Ganga in New Delhi and was inaugurated by Secretary, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Ms. Debashree Mukherjee, in the presence of Special Secretary and Director General, NMCG, Shri G. Asok Kumar.
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The event also marked the release of 33rd edition of Namami Gange Magazine, the new Chacha Chaudhary series and the Voyage of Ganga Booklet, based on Ganga Pustak Parikrama in collaboration with National Book Trust (NBT).
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Ganga Pustak Parikrama will commence its 3-month long journey from Gangotri on 7 November 2023 and pass through all cities and towns on the banks of River Ganga – Uttarkashi, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Bijnor, Meerut, Aligarh, Farrukhabad, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Varanasi, Chhapra, Patna, Begusarai, Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, Sahibganj, Baharampur, Kolkata, and Haldia – before ending its journey at Gangasagar on 11 January 2024.
Addressing the gathering, Ms. Mukherjee expressed that Ganga is not merely a river but a profound emotion that resonates with all of us. She expressed her satisfaction in witnessing the remarkable progress in the Ganga Rejuvenation efforts, especially in collaboration with the new generation.
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Ganga Utsav 2023 commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and Namami Gange Anthem. The event witnessed Flute Recital by acclaimed artist Pt. Ajay Prasanna. The event witnessed a series of performances, including the enchanting “Yamuna Song” presented by the Bhartandey Group, a traditional Folk Dance performed by Raag Nritya Kala Manch, and a mesmerizing new rendition of the “Namami Gange” song by Mr. Jeet Paramanik.
Few major points were addressed during the event such as the pivotal role of water in the sustainable development of our nation, urgency of tackling the flow of sewage into water bodies, enhance solid waste management, emphasizing plastic waste control, critical role in the rejuvenation of rivers for water conservation, and much more.
The 7th edition of Ganga Utsav also witnessed a significant increase in public participation. People from all walks of life, including students, researchers, environmentalists, and tourists, flocked to the event. This growing interest in the festival reflects the increasing awareness and concern for the preservation of the Ganga.
