A sprinkling of Ganga for Bengaluru’s green gem
A group of Cubbon Park devotees performed a rain ritual using Ganga water from the Maha Kumbh to protect the park from threats like traffic, construction, and pollution. The act aims to highlight the ...
"Namami Gange is about budget allocations": Priyank Kharge slams Centre over pollution in Ganga during Maha Kumbh
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has targeted the Centre over pollution in River Ganga, posing severe health risks despite ambitious initiatives like Namami Gange. In a post on X, Kharge posted a ...
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Is Maha Kumbh 2025 Sustainable Or Just a Greenwash?
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, a spiritual event that brings millions to the banks of the Ganga, raises a critical question: Can the sacred river endure the pollution from such a massive gathering?
Reverence for the sacred waters of the Ganga and belief in its power to wash away sins bring millions to India’s Maha Kumbh festival
Ritual bathing at the confluence of large rivers has long held special significance in Hindu rituals. Sangam, where the Ganga ...