Task Force for Gomti River Rejuvenation Established
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Task Force Name | Ganga Task Force (GTF) |
| Objective | Rejuvenation and protection of the Gomti River |
| Key Responsibilities | Pollution monitoring, riverbank and ghat patrolling, public awareness, riverbank stabilization |
| Composition | Primarily ex-servicemen |
| Inauguration | 1st January 2025 at Lucknow Cantonment |
| Parent Initiative | National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), Ministry of Jal Shakti |
| Order Issued By | Ministry of Defence in September 2024 |
| Significance | Reinforces Indian Army's role in nation-building and environmental sustainability |
| River Details | Gomti River: Tributary of the Ganga, originates east of Pilibhit, joins Ganges near Saidpur |
| Tributary | Sai River (right-bank) joins Gomti near Jaunpur |