India's expanding cities are encroaching upon rivers, reducing their width and flow. Many rivers now carry more sewage than freshwater, impacting ecosystems and communities. Efforts to clean these waterways face challenges from ongoing pollution and development pressures.
Source: [Times of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/indias-dying-rivers-how-our-cities-are-choking-their-lifelines/articleshow/132576378.cms)