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Articles: Short Stories | An encounter with Ganga
- Prof. venkata ramanamurty mallajosyula
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“That’s terrible!” cried Rita. ”How can we help you. Ganga?“ 'You are very thoughtful little girl, Rita!' said Ganga. There are few like you who are trying to save me. Even the Government sometimes tries to help! It started the Ganga Action plan some twenty years ago. A lot of money was also spent to clean up my waters. But much remains to be done.
'What else can we do to help you Ganga?“ asked Rita anxiously.
“Well, change your system of waste disposal!” advised the river. “Stop littering holy places wit plastic and garbage; Stop cutting down trees; punish those who pump chemicals and other harmful substances into my waters. Such irresponsible practices are destroying me. I must remain clean and protected.
'If not…” Rita was taken aback. Was Ganga trying to warn her? ”If not, what’ll happen? Tell me Ganga., please!” cried the girl.
“No, Ganga, we won’t let that happen to you! We the children of India will protect the environment and save you from disappointing! We want you to stat, Ganga!” Rita sobbed.
Ganga patted Rita softly on the head and rose to go. She walked back to the river and her image gradually merged with the waters.
Rita stood alone on the banks for a long time, wondering if her meeting with Ganga was only a dream.
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