New Delhi, April 30 -- The Ganga River, which has been an integral part of Indian civilisation for centuries, is now igniting the possibility of new life along its banks. Ganga's shores are now becoming a home to the endangered turtle species, as per an official release of the Ministry of Jal Shakti.

This transformation is particularly evident in the return of the endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle to the waters of the Ganga. These species had previously seen a continuous decline in their population. This new hope in the Ganga's waters is not only a significant step for these ancient creatures but also for the restoration of the entire ecosystem.

Supported by Namami Gange, the TSAFI project team conducted a detailed assessment of turt...