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The Journey along the Ganges
This chapter provides a vivid description of the road journey over the river Ganges, highlighting the improvements in infrastructure over the years. It mentions the region's lush floodplains and the cultivation of fruits like mangoes, lychees, and guava. The chapter also discusses the wet conditions in the Ganges Delta and how it has made the area a hotspot for waterborne diseases like cholera.
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