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Giulio di Sturco – Ganges Death of a River

Giulio Di Sturco Ganges Death of a River [ EPF 2014 SHORTLIST ] “The Ganges is a prime example of the unresolved contradiction between man and the environment. The Ganges is a river intimatel…

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“The Ganges is a prime example of the unresolved contradiction between man and the environment. The Ganges is a river intimately connected with every aspect of Indian life. It is a source of water, energy and livelihood for millions of people who live along the banks of this river, thanks to the fertile lands flushing, provides food to more than one-third of the Indian population. Its ecosystem also includes one of the most numerous and varied animal and plant species. Despite what today is one of the most polluted rivers in the world because of toxic waste every day flock to the factories in its waters, damaging human health and the environment that surrounds him convulsing.”