Tag: River
Road flooded by Neglect
The road in Karando village is in disrepair. When it rains it is treacherous to cross due to the potholes. There are no bridges constructed to help residents cross the many rivers. Dasiya Devi a resident explains, “When the rivers and streams are full, no doctors come to this village. ...
Hard Fight for Basic Right
The banks of Yamuna will soon be known for the slums that have come up along long portions of the river. One such slum near Minto park in Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh houses 2000 – 2500 people. The area has been devoid of basic facilities for the last 35...
Illegal Sand Mining Sabotages Environment
Illegal sand mining along the Gomti river destroys farmland in Uttarakhand.
Youth Lose Lives in Dangerous Waters
No safety for unsuspecting swimmers in Solan district
Cremation Customs Pollute Ganges River
The Ganga in Allahabad is being polluted by the tradition of immersing cremated corpses.
Education – A Risky Business
Rural students in India’s Chattisgarh risk their lives everyday by crossing rain-swollen river in narrow boats to attend school.