MP Ajay Mandal Raised The Issue Of Dredging In Ganga In Parliament, Minister Said It Is Necessary For Smooth Movement Of Vessels.
MP Ajay Kumar Mandal has expressed serious concern in the Lok Sabha over the dredging work in the Ganga river. He demanded that there should be no adverse impact on the protection of coastal areas and environmental balance. The Union Minister said that dredging is necessary for smooth movement of cargo vessels on National Waterway-1. The MP stressed on scientific studies and ensuring participation of local administration.