- It is being held till 3rd Nov 2021.
- The festival aims to celebrate the glory of the river Ganga. The glory and importance of other rivers will also be celebrated under the festival.
- By doing so, the festival aims to promote the celebration of ‘Nadi Utsav’ (River Festival).
- The event is being organized under the leadership of the Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.
- The festival is organized by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) in partnership with the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
- It is celebrated to mark the anniversary of the announcement of River Ganga as the ‘National River’ on 4th Nov 2008.
- This year’s Ganga Utsav 2021 is part of 75 years of Independence and Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.
- The ‘Nadi Utsav’ makes everyone aware that 'Jal is Dhan' (Water is priceless).
Question:
Q.1 Which edition of Ganga Utsav 2021 was held in November?
a. 2nd
b. 7th
c. 5th
a. 2nd
b. 7th
c. 5th
d. 9th
