Dehradun, Nov. 6 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 4 Nov: An initiative has been launched to better understand and conserve the Song River, regarded as the principal lifeline of the eastern Doon Valley. Under the Spring and River Rejuvenation Authority (SARRA), Uttarakhand, a bioindicator project has commenced in the Song River basin to scientifically assess the river's ecological condition and the factors affecting it.

The primary objective of the project is to undertake a rapid assessment of water quality, riparian habitats and the impact of human pressures through biological indicators. The study will be conducted under the guidance of former Senior Professor and Scientist 'G' at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dr VP Uniyal.

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