<h1>Cash Incentives Could Cut Plastic Pollution in Ganga River, Boosting Environmental Protection and Fisher Livelihoods</h1> A government-funded study proposes a 'cash-for-nets' incentive scheme to address plastic pollution in the Ganga River. The research highlights severe environmental impacts of abandoned fishing nets, documenting 72 incidents of aquatic species entanglement. The proposed program would reward fishers for returning worn-out nets, with plans for recycling and community involvement. The initiative aims to combat long-term ecological damage while providing economic opportunities for local communities.