Ganga: The Self-Cleansing River That No Other Can Match
Ganga: The Self-Cleansing River That No Other Can Match The Ganga, more than just a river, is a living legend —worshipped, revered, and scientifically astonishing. While rivers worldwide depend on human intervention for cleanliness, the Ganga possesses a self-purifying ability that makes it unique. But what is this natural system that keeps Ganga cleaner than most rivers, even amid pollution? The Ganga’s Natural Cleansing Mechanism High Oxygen Retention Capacity Unlike other rivers, the Ganga retains 80% more dissolved oxygen . This keeps the water fresh for longer, preventing stagnation and microbial decay. Bacteriophages: Nature’s Purifiers Scientists have found an unusually high concentration of bacteriophages in the Ganga. These natural viruses attack harmful bacteria, purifying the water naturally—something no other river has in such abundance . Himalayan Origin and Unique Minerals Fed by glaciers like Gangotri, the river carries rich minerals and medic...