<h1>Jal Shakti Minister Advocates Tech-Driven Ganga Conservation with Geospatial Tools, Real-Time Monitoring, and Innovative Strategies</h1> The Jal Shakti Minister emphasized a technology-driven approach for conserving the Ganga River, focusing on geospatial technology, real-time monitoring, and innovative strategies. During the 14th meeting of the Empowered Task Force on Ganga conservation, the minister highlighted the successful completion of 307 projects under the Namami Gange Mission, creating significant sewage treatment capacity and sewerage networks. The meeting reviewed compliance with Environmental Flow norms and efforts to curb industrial pollution, with stringent actions against violators. The inauguration of a GIS Layer and Dashboard for wetland monitoring and advancements in aquifer mapping were also discussed, aiming to enhance groundwater reserves and sustain river flow.