The sacred Ganges river, a spiritual and ecological lifesource in India and Bangladesh, has become one of the most contaminated rivers in the world. On a journey from its source in Himalayan glaciers to its outlet in the Bay of Bengal, three American filmmakers explore the fragile state of “Ma Ganga” (Mother Ganges). See our film club feature for May here: https://tricy.cl/2PQ9wFu | Tricycle: The Buddhist Review

Worshiped by a billion Hindus and a water source for 400 million, India's holy Ganges begins as a crystal clear river but pollution and excessive usage transform it into toxic sludge https://reut.rs/2FFdXjs | Reuters

The Ganges has not only supported the people’s undying religious faith, but also enabled an economical boom owing to its resources. However, that comes at a price – the river is severely polluted due to industrialization in multiple areas. The high population at the banks further adds to this problem. So, can the river sustain through such adversities, or has it become too late to control the damage that has been done? Join Simon Reeve in exploring these answers on ‘Simon Reeve’s Sacred Rivers’,

The Ganges river is clearing up following a two-month shutdown of factories in India. But experts maintain that although it is a good sign, sewage pollution in the river remains an issue. | TDM Canal Macau

Ganga, known as Ganges around the world, is one of the most important rivers in India. However, it faces many threats such as pollution, which impacts people who depend on the river. Find out how technology could help turn things around. | WWF