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India's Urban Expansion Is Suffocating Its Rivers, Experts Warn

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India's rapidly growing cities are encroaching on rivers, narrowing their channels and reducing natural water flow. Many of these waterways now carry more sewage than freshwater, posing serious threats to local ecosystems and communities that depend on them. Major rivers like the Ganga and Brahmaputra face distinct pressures, including industrial and ritual waste discharge and severe bank erosion. Efforts to restore and clean these rivers continue to be hampered by persistent pollution and unchecked urban development. Experts stress that protecting river floodplains and improving sewage management are essential steps toward preserving these vital water systems.

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