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A river has the right to life

Published: May. 4, 2026 | Updated: May. 13, 2026
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DESPITE our professed love for rivers and water bodies, our actions have inflicted deeper injuries on their wholesome existence. The rights of rivers and the representation of their interests when they are threatened are often ignored. Rivers, as essential components of our ecosystems, face significant challenges and suffering due to rapid urbanization.

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