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  Centre asks states to check future incidences of people dumping bodies in Ganga, its tributaries

  India | May 11, 2021 23:39 IST

  In a letter to District Ganga Committees which are chaired by district magistrates or collectors, the National Mission for Clean Ganga- the apex body that monitors rejuvenation of the river and its tributaries- also asked the authorities to dispose unidentified bodies of suspected COVID victims in accordance with safety protocols.

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  Rishi Kapoor calls for saving rivers in India

  Bollywood | August 09, 2017 17:50 IST

  Actor Rishi Kapoor, who is known for expressing his views on social issues, has this time extended his support for rivers campaign.

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  No construction on river banks in Kedarnath: Uttarakhand CM

  India | August 03, 2013 14:01 IST

  New Delhi, Aug 3: No construction will be allowed on river banks in Kedarnath and near other shrines in Uttarakhand and a reconstruction plan has been chalked out to ensure sustainable development, Chief Minister Vijay