Haridwar, Nov 11: In a significant environmental intervention aimed at safeguarding the ecological sanctity of the river Ganga ahead of the colossal Ardh Kumbh Mela in 2027, administrative authorities in Uttarakhand have finalized the installation of specialized floating trash boom interceptors across strategic stretches of the holy river in Haridwar.
The specialized floating barriers are designed to prevent surface-level solid pollution, including discarded single-use plastics, ceremonial offerings, wrappers, and floating debris, from drifting downstream toward the sacred bathing ghats, notably the internationally renowned Har Ki Pauri. The project is being spearheaded in close coordination with the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), Uttarakhand Peyjal Nigam, and the local urban municipal administration.
According to technical specifications released by irrigation engineers, the heavy-duty booms will be positioned at designated upstream discharge points and canal confluences. Equipped with high-buoyancy curtain barriers that extend beneath the water’s surface, the interceptors capture suspended non-biodegradable waste without impeding natural aquatic currents. Mechanical collection conveyors and mobile skimmer boats will routinely clear accumulated waste and transport it directly to regional solid waste recycling and processing facilities.
With tens of millions of devotees, pilgrims, and international tourists expected to converge on Haridwar for the Ardh Kumbh festivities in 2027, officials stated that the proactive installation of mechanized trash interceptors represents a crucial technological step towards maintaining pristine water quality and upholding environmental standards along India’s most venerated river.
Published by True Roots Media