Cumulative Impact Assessment on River Ganga from Hardiwar to Garhmukteshwar with Focus on Point Source Discharges

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The research paper evaluates the cumulative effects of pollution on the Ganga River, focusing on water quality, river flow, and floodplain ecosystems. Utilizing methods like the QUAL2K modeling software for water quality and hydrological assessments for river flow, the study reveals significant degradation in water quality and insufficient flow during lean periods, compromising the river's environmental health. Additionally, the floodplain ecosystem is shown to be severely impacted by various human activities, highlighting the need for integrated environmental management strategies.