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Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Paatil chairs 19th Meeting of Empowered Task Force on Ganga Rejuvenation
19th Meeting of the Empowered Task Force on Ganga Rejuvenation
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 2 Jul 2026 · 1 min
Meeting Overview
The 19th Meeting of the Empowered Task Force (ETF) on River Ganga was held on 2 July 2026 under the chairmanship of Shri C.R. Paatil. The meeting reviewed the progress of projects under the Namami Gange Programme.
Project Status
The UPSC angle
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Importance of Ganga Rejuvenation for UPSC CSE
The Ganga Rejuvenation initiative is significant for UPSC preparation as it intersects various areas of environment studies, governance, and public policy.
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