Rejuvenation, Restoration, and Resuscitation of the Yamuna River System: A Clarion Call

Anand Mohan

Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed to be University), Dayalbagh, Agra 282005, India

Dr. Anand Mohan, Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed to be University), Dayalbagh, Agra 282005, India.

Keywords: River System; Yamuna River; Restoration; Remote Sensing; Bacteriophage; Self- Cleansing

Abstract

The Yamuna River, a lifeline of northern India, has long served as a symbol of cultural and ecological heritage. However, unbridled urban development, industrialization, and unregulated human activities have inflicted severe degradation upon this once mighty watercourse. The Yamuna River is facing severe problems such as increasing pollution, reducing water levels, and ecological imbalances in contemporary times. We need to hear the river’s clarion call for immediate rejuvenation, restoration, resuscitation, and revival. Amidst these challenges, a beacon of hope emerges from the initiative and relentless endeavours of the Dayalbagh Educational Institute and Dayalbagh in Agra. This paper adjures for a clarion call to action for the rejuvenation, restoration, and resuscitation of the Yamuna River System. It underlines the urgency of addressing the challenges holistically, with a collaborative approach among stakeholders. By adopting sustainable practices, innovative technologies, and informed policies, we can pave the way for a revived Yamuna River that  would sustain ecological balance, provide clean water for all, and retain its cultural and spiritual significance for generations to come.

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