Namami Gange Programme
Ministry Of Jal Shakti
Namami Gange is India's integrated Ganga river rejuvenation programme covering sewage treatment, riverfront development, biodiversity conservation and afforestation. Citizens can participate by volunteering as Ganga Praharis through the National Mission for Clean Ganga.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry Of Jal Shakti
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2014
- Last date
- Ongoing / No fixed deadline
- Helpline
- 1800-180-1111
What you get
Communities along the Ganga river basin benefit from improved river water quality, sewage treatment infrastructure, riverfront development, biodiversity conservation, and afforestation efforts aimed at rejuvenating the Ganga river.
Who is eligible
An infrastructure and conservation programme benefiting all communities in the Ganga basin states; no individual application, projects executed through state and central implementing agencies.
Documents you need
Not applicable for individuals; institutional/NGO partners follow project-specific documentation for grants under the Ganga Praharis or other components.
How to apply
Individuals can volunteer as Ganga Praharis (river guardians) or participate in Namami Gange awareness and clean-up activities through the National Mission for Clean Ganga's district-level programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the goal of Namami Gange?
To rejuvenate the Ganga river through pollution abatement, conservation and sustainable river basin management.
Can individuals participate in Namami Gange?
Yes, individuals can volunteer as Ganga Praharis or join local clean-up and awareness drives.
What is the Namami Gange helpline number?
1800-180-1111 for queries and complaints related to the programme.