The Gangetic Plains are among the most fertile and densely populated regions in the world, supporting millions of people, agriculture, and biodiversity. This landscape depends on a network of ponds, wetlands, and seasonal water bodies that recharge groundwater, regulate floods, and sustain ecosystems. However, rapid urbanization, industrialization, and infrastructure expansion have led to the degradation of these critical water resources, causin…
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