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Namami Gange Programme

Ministry Of Jal Shakti

Published 18 September 2026

In short

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.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.