The Ganga River cleanup initiative is yielding positive outcomes, with a recent survey noting a rise in the dolphin population. The Forest Department has confirmed dolphin sightings at Mehndi Ghat in Kannauj.
To strengthen conservation efforts, educated villagers living along the riverbanks will be trained and appointed as 'Dolphin Friends.' Their role will involve safeguarding the dolphins and assisting visitors in spotting them.
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According to the Uttar Pradesh government, around 2,397 dolphins currently inhabit the Ganga River. Conservation activities have been ongoing since 2020, when a team first identified dolphins at Mehndi Ghat using GPS technology.
The 'Dolphin Friends' program is designed to raise awareness among locals about dolphin behavior, diet, and habitat, ensuring better protection while promoting safe public viewing.