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This environment day, we come across a very disheartening news! The most revered river of our country, Ganga is now officially declared to be unfit for drinking and bathing as per CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board). Ganga is not just any river for most of the Indians, insteadit has been carrying a special spiritual significance.People from all over flock to take a dip in this 'holy' river. Leave apart drinking, but even bathing is considered detrimental now. As per their report, there are mere seven spots from where the river Ganga passes, which can be used for consumption after disinfection. Also, only 18 spots are being considered fit for bathing,whereas, 62 areas from where the river flows areunfit for the same purpose.

Basil or Ocimum basilicum is a culinary herb that belongs to Lamiaceae family. It is known for its medicinal uses and basil leaves are used as a seasoning in variety of foods. It is native to India and Africa. This is a highly fragrant plant and there are more than sixty varieties of basil are available. Basil is one of the most nutritious herbs and has been used in traditional medicine like Ayurveda for a long time.