<h1>World Bank and India sign $400M loan for Namami Gange to boost Ganga River health and sewage infrastructure.</h1> The World Bank and the Government of India have signed a $400 million loan agreement to support the Namami Gange programme, aimed at rejuvenating the Ganga River. This initiative, known as the Second National Ganga River Basin Project, seeks to reduce pollution and enhance river basin management for the benefit of over 500 million residents. The project will expand sewage treatment infrastructure, employing a Hybrid Annuity Model to ensure efficient long-term operation and maintenance. Additionally, the project includes a $19 million guarantee to support public-private partnerships for wastewater treatment, marking a significant step in India's water sector.