Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 31 (HBTV): The 'One District, One River' campaign, launched by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is gaining momentum across the state, with visible progress reported from several districts.

A major objective of the initiative is the revival of extinct or dying rivers—an effort that reflects the cultural reverence India holds for rivers as sacred and life-giving entities. In Jaunpur, Pili Nadi, a tributary of the Gomti River, has been successfully revived through collective public participation.

Once neglected and choked, Pili Nadi is now flowing again and gradually regaining its original course. Saplings have been planted along both banks of the river to preserve ecological balance and benefit agriculture by improving soil fertility and water retention.

According to an official release, Jaunpur District Magistrate Dinesh Chandra Singh stated that under the leadership of CM Yogi Adityanath, the restoration of Pili Nadi has become a model public movement under the One District, One River campaign.

The 61.2 km-long river, with 43 km flowing through Jaunpur, originates from Dehuna village in Badlapur tehsil. It traverses villages such as Bhalua, Khanpur, Bahur, Sirikna, and Rampur before merging with the Gomti River near Belwan.

From a cultural standpoint, Pili Nadi is deeply tied to the identity of Jaunpur. As part of the campaign held from June 11 to July 2, a 25-km stretch of the river was rejuvenated through local engagement and awareness initiatives.

One of the campaign’s highlights was the renovation of an ancient Shiva temple in Deoria village, located on the riverbank. The restoration, completed just ahead of the auspicious Sawan month, is expected to further deepen community attachment to the river.

Jaunpur DM Dinesh Chandra Singh also clarified that Pili Nadi originates from Muraini Lake, situated between Sultanpur and Pratapgarh. While the river's total length is approximately 70 km, 43 km lie within Jaunpur district.

In alignment with CM Yogi's Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign, 11,000 saplings have already been planted along the riverbanks, with a target of 51,000 to be achieved by August 15.

Beyond environmental restoration, the revival of Pili Nadi is expected to support local agriculture. With increased water availability, farmers in the area will benefit from improved irrigation, leading to higher yields and more sustainable livelihoods.

(ANI)