Aashna Sharma
Dear Ganga: A Tribute to the Sacred River that Sustains a Nation
In “Dear Ganga,” Dr. Aashna Sharma writes a heartfelt ode to one of India’s most revered and ecologically vital rivers. Blending personal reflection with ecological reverence, the poem personifies the Ganga as a nurturing mother—a giver of life, protector of traditions, and silent witness to the nation’s soul.
From the icy Gaumukh glacier to the fertile floodplains, the poem captures the river’s dual identity: divine and dynamic, spiritual and scientific. It portrays her as both a serene force of devotion and a roaring lioness during the monsoon, shaping lives and landscapes. This intimate tribute is both a celebration of sacred natural heritage and a quiet reminder of our responsibility to protect it.
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