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Gandak emerges as second-largest gharial habitat after Chambal river

The Gandak river has emerged as a prominent sanctuary for gharials in India, now housing more than 1,000 of these unique fish-eating crocodiles. Dedicated conservation initiatives have led to a remarkable increase in their adult population, surging from just 54 in 2015 to an impressive 400-plus today

23 Jan 2026 5:41 pm