LUCKNOW, July 16 -- Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has witnessed significant progress in water and environmental conservation. The combined efforts under the Namami Gange program and MGNREGA have breathed new life into the state's dried and endangered rivers. So far, 50 rivers spanning 3,363 kilometers have been rejuvenated, providing fresh energy to villages and better irrigation options for farmers.
As part of a dedicated water conservation drive, the Yogi government has revived small rivers and streams across 1,011 Ganga Gram Panchayats. These water bodies were not only cleaned, but also restored to their natural flow, leading to a noticeable rise in groundwater levels and easing water scarcity for...