Uttar Pradesh heatwave: Ganga water levels fall to historic lows in Varanasi amid scorching heat | Varanasi News

VARANASI: The water level of the Ganga River in Varanasi has reached an all-time low due to the intense heat. The river’s width, which usually measures around 70 to 80 meters in June, has now been reduced to a mere 30 to 35 meters.
As a result of the declining water levels, the Ganga has receded from the ghats, revealing broken boats, scattered garbage and shattered boulders along its banks.

It is evident that the river’s current state can be attributed to the scorching heat and harsh sunlight.
The accumulation of garbage on the banks of the Ganga highlights the significance of the river’s flow, which can only be maintained when there is sufficient water in the river. Although the Ganga is considered to be life-giving, the recent heat wave has exposed the reality of Ganga water.
It is worth noting that the scorching heat has persisted for the past one and a half months, causing the water in the Ganga to dry up significantly. Consequently, the lack of water has made the dirt and debris more visible along the river’s banks.