A dumpsite near the Ganges River in Patna, Bihar (IMAGE)

University of Plymouth

A dumpsite near the Ganges River in Patna, Bihar

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A dumpsite near the Ganges River in Patna, Bihar on June 4, 2019. Taken on assignment for National Geographic's "Sea to Source: Ganges" expedition. Through the expedition, the international, female-led team of scientists is working with National Geographic and international partners to scientifically document plastic waste in the Ganges watershed and support holistic and inclusive solutions.

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Sara Hylton, National Geographic

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