Sparsh Ganga

SPARSH GANGA by Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’

Sparsh Ganga is a book written by Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ which narrates a rich history of the serene Ganges which flows in harmony and is joined by various tributaries. The book is an amalgamation of geography, history and geological science related to these rivers. Dr. Nishank who loves writing has taken out time from his busy schedule to create a masterpiece as he has a vast knowledge about Uttarakhand. Peppered with some beautiful images, this book talks about the geographical, historical, cultural and religious significance of the holy river to the Indian subcontinent.

The readers can taste the flame of his great writing style in which he has cited the importance of water bodies for our existence, the rivers which have made their name in literature, Himalayas ”The Abode of Gods”, the river which flows in India, about ”Ma Ganga” and its major tributaries such as Bhagirathi river, Kedar Ganga, Janvi Ganga, Assi Ganga , Rudra Ganga and other rivers which flows in Garhwal division. He has also given a brief about the rivers flowing in Kumaon division such as Kali River, Kutiyangti River, Gauri River, Gomti River, Kosi River and others. To get an insight about the rivers of India you must read this book.

In addition to that, the book urges us to find a perfect harmony between the rivers and the human interference in the form of dams, which could have adverse effects. The water shortage is another serious concern, which should be addressed at earliest.