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Forgotten River Flows Again: Jaunpur's Pili Nadi Revived Through Public Effort
16 Jul
Summary
- Pili Nadi, a tributary of the Gomti, was once choked and forgotten but is now flowing again
- 25-km stretch of the river rejuvenated through community participation and awareness
- 11,000 saplings planted, targeting 51,000 by August 15 to enhance soil fertility and water availability
In Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, the Pili Nadi, a tributary of the Gomti river, has been revived through a community-driven effort. Once choked and forgotten, the 61.2 km-long river is now flowing once again, gradually regaining its original form.
As part of the state government's mission to revive extinct rivers, a revival campaign was held from June 11 to July 2, during which a 25-km stretch of the Pili Nadi was rejuvenated through public participation and awareness. Additionally, 11,000 saplings have already been planted along the river's banks, with a target of 51,000 to be completed by August 15. This initiative aims to maintain the ecological balance and provide long-term benefits to local farmers by enhancing soil fertility and water availability.
The restoration of the Pili Nadi has emerged as a model public movement under the state's One District, One River campaign. The river holds deep cultural significance for the Jaunpur region, and the revival effort has included the renovation of an ancient Shiva temple located on its banks, timed ahead of the auspicious month of Sawan. This is expected to further strengthen the local religious sentiments attached to the river.
