News Desk, News Nation 360 : More people are realising how important Kolkata's River Hooghly and its ghats are to the history and legacy of the city. Recognising the value of rivers, Kult X launched the "Adopt a Ghat Toolkit" in the distinguished presence of the following dignitaries: Laily Thompson, the organiser and founder of Kult X; Enakshi Majumdar, River Rangers; G M Kapur, INTACH; and other relevant officials. The purpose of this project is to encourage and enable the people of Kolkata to take an active role in preserving and enhancing the ghats, making them appealing and usable on a regular basis. Kult X is spearheading an initiative to preserve the river ghats by training local residents as River Ambassadors. These ambassadors will undergo training in ghat history, safety protocols, and environmental conservation. Through clean-up drives, educational tours, and community engagement, they will work to maintain the ghats' cleanliness and beauty. This year's expanded program involves more schools, corporations, and partnerships with organizations like River Rangers, Sea Explorers Institute, and Living Water Museum to enhance safety training, promote sustainability, and highlight the river's historical significance. Essentially, the project aims to create a community-driven effort to protect and celebrate the river's heritage while involving a wider range of participants. Laily Thompson, Founder of Kult X, expressed her enthusiasm and stated that with great pleasure, they provide the Adopt a Ghat Toolkit. Any citizen who want to meaningfully contribute to the city should read this helpful handbook. It provides suggestions for improving the riverbank and emphasises how Kult X might help these projects.
Pic - Krishnendu Kundu
