The Ganges River is one of the world’s largest, and feeds the largest delta in the world. This river starts in the Himalayas, getting fed by the melting glaciers there. Scientists estimate that the Ganges River and Delta, which have already seen their fair share of natural disasters, may become even more dangerous when climate change accelerates the rate of glacial melting. Another problem with the Ganges is pollution. A large business in India is cremating bodies so that the ashes get dumped into the Ganges river. It is believed that this helps the soul break out of the cycle of continual rebirth, and achieve liberation from the mortal world. Those that cant afford cremation, however, often just send their deceased down the river, which contributes to making the sacred river even more polluted and toxic. Billions depend on the life-giving quality of the Ganges and the Delta, as the water helps support the growth of many agriculture businesses. Here’s a neat article:

http://www.newsweek.com/2015/10/02/ganges-river-dying-under-weight-modern-india-375347.html

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