Namami Gange Programme

The Gangetic wetlands are the largest riverine wetland system in India, unfortunately, despite their multiple benefits, they are under tremendous stress. Budget 2023's Amrit Dharohar scheme encourages locals to remain stakeholders in conserving wetlands.

World Bank to provide $400 million to enhance support for rejuvenating Ganga

According to the release, the Ganga Basin provides over one-third of India's surface water, includes the country's largest irrigated area, and is key to India's water and food security.

Uma Bharti launches Rs 560 cr projects under Namami Gange prog

Union Water Resources Minister Uma Bharti launched Rs 560 crore worth projects including those of intercepting Sisamau drainage and river front development under ambitious Namami Gange programme here today.

231 Namami Gange projects worth Rs 1500 Cr launched

In its bid to fast-track execution of the ambitious Namami Gange programme, the NDA government on July 7 launched 231 projects, including installation of sewage treatment plants and ghat constructions, at over 100 locations in seven states with an estimated cost of Rs 1,500 crore

Eyeing over Rs 2700 cr revenues in CY15: ITD Cementation

S Ramnath, CFO, ITD Cementation said the orderbook for the company currently stands at Rs 6000 crore as of December and are awaiting couple of L1 contracts to be awarded.

2 years of NDA: Water resources ministry in a dry spell?

The water resources ministry‘s two key focus areas – pending irrigation projects and enriching ground water resources – are no where near complete. And the Ganga clean-up drive, after a botched attempt, is being put in the fast lane. Clearly, a lot of ground remains to be covered.