India, April 10 -- In India, these waterways are more than just sources of sustenance-they are sacred, storied, and deeply interwoven with the cultural, economic, and spiritual fabric of the land, write BKP Sinha and Arvind Jha

Throughout history, nature and human civilisation have shared a profound and enduring connection. From the earliest human settlements to today's sprawling urban centres, societies have evolved by adapting to their environments, harnessing natural resources, and responding to ecological challenges.

Among the many gifts of nature, rivers have stood out as lifelines of human progress. They offered fertile plains for agriculture, freshwater for sustenance, and navigable routes for trade and communication. From the Ni...