Namami Gange Pavilion Emerges as a Major Attraction at Maha Kumbh-2025
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Synopsis
The Namami Gange Pavilion at Maha Kumbh-2025 is a major draw, promoting the Ganga's conservation through interactive exhibits, real-time data on river health, and educational initiatives aimed at preserving this vital waterway.
Key Takeaways
- Interactive biodiversity tunnel showcasing Ganga's ecological richness.
- Digital exhibition highlighting cleanliness and conservation efforts.
- Prayag Platform provides real-time data on river conditions.
- Educational replicas of Ganga's creatures for youth.
- Reading Corner by NBT promotes literature related to the Ganga.
Prayagraj, Jan 23 (NationPress) The Namami Gange Pavilion, established by the Namami Gange Mission to promote the principles of cleanliness and conservation of the sacred river, is drawing in a significant number of visitors daily at the Maha Kumbh-2025.
This pavilion starts with an interactive biodiversity tunnel that immerses visitors in the biodiversity and natural beauty of the Ganga.
Utilizing cutting-edge projection technology, the tunnel recreates the sounds of birds along the Ganga's banks and underscores the river's vital role.
The pavilion's centerpiece is a digital exhibition showcasing various initiatives geared toward the cleanliness and preservation of the Ganga. Additionally, the Prayag Platform offers real-time data about the Ganga-Yamuna rivers and their tributaries, including details on water levels, cleanliness, and pollution metrics.
Also highlighted is the riverfront development and the operation of sewage treatment facilities located along the Ganga's banks. This exhibition enhances visitors' understanding of the technical and structural measures being implemented by the government and its agencies to uphold the river's cleanliness.
The pavilion includes replicas of various Ganga inhabitants, such as the Ganga dolphin, turtles, crocodiles, and fish. This initiative is particularly educational for children and young adults, helping them appreciate the Ganga's biodiversity and the necessity of its conservation.
A special Reading Corner, established by the National Book Trust (NBT), features a collection of literature pertaining to the Ganga, Maha Kumbh, social policies, and national pride.
Organizations like the Indian Institute of Forest Management, Ganga Task Force, and IIT Delhi are disseminating information on the conservation of endangered Ganga species, public awareness, and waste management. This initiative is crucial in highlighting the Ganga's importance and fostering public awareness. Furthermore, the pavilion showcases a statue of Lord Ganesh, symbolizing the purity and cleanliness of the Ganga.
The Namami Gange Mission has urged pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh to recognize that the Ganga transcends being a mere river; it is a vital component of India's culture, history, and economy. It is the responsibility of every citizen to keep it clean and preserved.
