Ganga Pustak Parikrama's 2nd Edition Kicked Off During Ganga Utsav 2023, Celebrating The Cultural Richness
The 2nd edition of Ganga Pustak Parikrama, a significant literary and cultural initiative, commenced with great enthusiasm. The event was inaugurated by Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, and Shri Asok Kumar, Director General of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) during the celebrations of Ganga Utsav at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre on November 4, 2023.
Ganga Pustak Parikrama is set to embark on a remarkable three-month-long journey, commencing from Gangotri on November 7, 2023. This literary expedition will traverse through numerous cities and towns situated along the banks of the sacred River Ganga. The route includes prominent locations such as Uttarkashi, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Bijnor, Meerut, Aligarh, Farrukhabad, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Varanasi, Chhapra, Patna, Begusarai, Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, Sahibganj, Baharampur, Kolkata, and Haldia. The incredible journey will culminate at Gangasagar on January 11, 2024.
As part of the festivities during Ganga Utsav, a children's book titled 'Voyage of Ganga' was released. This publication is brought forth by the National Book Trust-India. The book was unveiled by Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, and Shri Asok Kumar, Director General of the National Mission for Clean Ganga.
'Voyage of Ganga' is a collection of illustrated short stories tailored for readers aged 11 to 14 years. The book aims to instill awareness about the rich cultural and historical heritage of the River Ganga and the imperative need for its conservation. Drawing inspiration from the series of discourses titled 'Ganga Kinare Ganga ki Baatein' conducted on the riverbanks, this book delves into various aspects of life, environment, literature, folklore, and legends, all intricately linked to the river.
The stories within this book are derived from the cultural and environmental experiences shared by countless readers who participated in the groundbreaking Ganga Pustak Parikrama initiative organized in collaboration with NMCG. The initiative was a platform where individuals could express the profound influence of the River Ganga in their lives. 'Voyage of Ganga' serves as a testament to the enduring importance and significance of the Ganges River in the cultural and spiritual tapestry of India.
