India's Ganges river dolphin population faces critical survival threat

A recent survey reveals only 6,327 Ganges river dolphins remain in India, signaling a critical threat to the endangered species' survival. The survey, conducted from 2021-2023, found the highest dolphin populations in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Pollution, river traffic, and habitat loss are major factors contributing to the decline of these freshwater creatures. Despite conservation efforts, including the establishment of a research center, progress has been slow. Officials remain optimistic about the center's future and its role in protecting the dolphins.