Launched in 2014, the Namami Gange programme set out to revitalize the Ganga through sewage treatment, biodiversity conservation, and public awareness drives. Over the years, 492 projects worth nearly ₹40,000 crore have been sanctioned.

As of 2025, 136 out of 212 Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) with a combined capacity of 3,780 MLD have been completed and are operational. Additionally, 37 drains have been fully tapped and treated, ensuring the cleanliness of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. The Think Tank, however, indicated only 69% fund usage which is an indication of underutilization. Further, a gap between initiation and execution has been noticed with only 52% of the planned sewage treatment capacities reached.