Conservation
Research
A living laboratory on the Ganga.
A Living Laboratory on the Ganga
VGDS offers a valuable field setting for research into Gangetic dolphin ecology, river biodiversity and freshwater conservation. Research partnerships with academic institutions and conservation organisations contribute evidence that informs sanctuary management.
Published research, census reports and biodiversity studies relevant to the sanctuary are indexed in the Knowledge Centre as they become available.
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Dolphin Ecology
Understanding Gangetic dolphin behaviour, habitat use and population dynamics.
Water Quality
Studying the water quality factors that support the river ecosystem's health.
Biodiversity Surveys
Documenting species diversity and distribution across the sanctuary stretch.