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Niranjana (Falgu) River Recharge Mission
Siddharth Nagar, Bodh Gaya, Bihar- 824231
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- Email
niranjanamission@gmail.com
- Phone
+919431256825 / +919162953252
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www.nrrm.org
Why revive Niranjana River?
- Cultural and Religious Significance: The Niranjana {Falgu} River is believed to be the river where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment and it is where Hindus from around the globe perform Pind-Daan rituals for the salvation of their ancestors. There is a lot of discussion in Buddhist literature about the constant flowing of water throughout the years in the Niranjana River. Therefore, reviving the river is not just an environmental initiative but also a means to preserve and honor cultural heritage.
- Environmental Restoration: Reviving the Niranjana {Falgu} River is crucial for restoring the ecological balance in the region. The river’s degradation has led to water scarcity, soil erosion, and loss of biodiversity. By implementing conservation measures and promoting sustainable practices, the mission aims to rejuvenate the river ecosystem and improve the overall environmental health of the area.
- Water Security and Livelihoods: The revival of the Niranjana {Falgu} River is essential for ensuring water security for local communities. It will not only provide clean and reliable water sources but also support agricultural activities and other livelihoods dependent on the river. Sustainable water management practices under this mission can enhance socio-economic development and resilience in the region.
Our Understanding:
Niranjana {Falgu} – The River Recharge Mission recognizes the profound cultural, historical, and ecological importance of the Niranjana River. We understand that the revival of this sacred river is not only an environmental necessity but also a deeply spiritual and cultural crucial, honoring the heritage and beliefs of millions.
This river originates from Belgadha in Simaria block and Suhavan in Lavalong block under Chatra district of jharkhand. Flowing silently in a narrow channel between the rocky hills, this river becomes bigger and wider when it enters Bihar through Hunterganj.
Our Values:
- Respect for Cultural and Religious Heritage: We value and respect the cultural and religious significance of the Niranjana River, recognizing it as a sacred symbol for multiple faiths.
- Environmental Stewardship: We are committed to restoring and preserving the ecological balance of the region, promoting sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and communities.
- Community Engagement: We believe in the power of community involvement and awareness-building, working collaboratively with local residents/villagers and the government to achieve our goals.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to see the Niranjana River as a perennial, clean, and vibrant flowing river, serving as a symbol of environmental restoration, cultural preservation, and community prosperity.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to revive and restore the Niranjana River through a multi-faceted approach that includes raising awareness, implementing conservation measures, and promoting sustainable practices.
Important to Know –
Rivers are the essence of our culture and civilization. Our lives are incomplete without rivers. However, due to our adverse environmental practices, many great rivers across the country, like the Niranjana (Falgu) River, which carries a legacy of great traditions, are drying up. If this continues to happen then the day is not far when we will yearn for every drop of water.
In this regard Niranjana {Falgu} River Recharge Mission was founded by the social worker Sanjay Sajjan Singh and team in Bodh Gaya on August 22, 2021 to make this river perennial .This mission is initiated by the “Gokul Foundation of India” in collaboration with many “Organizations”. Our mission aims to revive the 310 km long river- Niranjana (Falgu) as our long-term goal, which holds historical and religious significance- as the place where Lord Buddha meditated to achieve enlightenment under the peepal tree in Bodh Gaya, Lord Mahavira traveled for years on its banks, and where Hindus from around the globe offer Pind-Daan rituals for the salvation of their ancestors.
The revival of this river will provide livelihood to millions of people as well as save the dying river, a pilgrimage site for Buddhists, Jains and Hindus around the world. The source of the river is located at the Belghadha site in Simariya block And at the Suhawan site in Lawalong block of Chatra district in Jharkhand, flows through Gaya and Jehanabad districts in Bihar, and merges into the Ganga in the Mokama tal area of Patna district. There is a need that in order to bring this river, the carrier of great traditions, into the main discussion and efforts to make it alive.
Dozens of countries across the world who believe in Buddhism are as associated with the water and sand of this river as the religion of Islam consider the water of Abe-Zamzam holy.
This endeavor involves spreading water consciousness among the people. Our organization is a voluntary effort and a social mission that aims to rejuvenate the river through four main approaches-
Individual efforts, Social initiatives, Government / National collaborations and International endeavors.
If we want to see our river as before, the four main works have to be done –
1. Water conservation through rejuvenation of fragmented/dead water sources & creation of new water bodies,
2. Afforestation & better forest management,
3. Increasing the amount of carbon in the soil through natural farming & better crop management, And
4. To Increase Jal Chetna (water consciousness) for these three previous points.
Just 20 to 25 years ago, water would come out just by digging a small pit with the palm of hand in this river. But today the situation is such that even if a pit is dug using a JCB, water hardly comes out. If we are able to bring this river back to its previous state, it will be a victory for all of us. Now, gradually we are moving in this direction and the situation is constantly improving.
