The Vaigai River flows through Tamil Nadu, playing a crucial role in the history, culture, and spirituality of the region. Being the lifeline of Madurai, the river plays an important role in the ceremonies and celebrations of temples, especially Meenakshi Amman Temple. For centuries, the Vaigai supported the communities along its shores by providing water […]Read More
The Tapti River also known as Tapi; is one of the leading rivers of Central India. Though geographically and historically important, a river like this remains less renowned than some other famous rivers in the region, such as the Narmada or Godavari; hence, it has been named the “Forgotten River.” Consequently, passing through the states […]Read More
The Dakshin Ganga, or the Ganges of the South, is India’s second-longest river, after the Ganges. Stretching through the states of Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha in approximately 1,465 km length, the river Godavari is crucial for the agricultural and economic growth of these states and holds deep cultural and religious significance, as […]Read More
Krishna is a prominent river in southern India, crossing the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. The length of the river is about 1,288 kilometres, supporting irrigation, agriculture, and drinking water supplies in those areas. With massive irrigation support projects in place, it benefits millions of farmers and is an important factor in […]Read More
Ravi stands on its own in the history and geopolitics of South Asia. It has been a lifeline to communities in both India and Pakistan for centuries. Its identity is more specifically influenced by the fact of partition in India in 1947 and the subsequent Indus Water Treaty between India and Pakistan in 1960. While […]Read More
Being one of the major rivers, Mahanadi is a great source of agricultural and industrial importance in the states of Chhattisgarh and Odisha and it supports the living standard of millions of people. The river stretches 858 kilometres while linking extensive irrigation networks, power generation, and controlling floods. The fertile plains along its course support […]Read More
The Tungabhadra River has always been a feature that was quite evident in South India’s historical, cultural, and economic sphere. It runs through Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana and has supported various agricultural activities for centuries; its history followed the rise and fall of ancient empires. The river is home to a few of the […]Read More
The Kosi River is called the “Sorrow of Bihar,” said to be one of India’s most significant and turbulent rivers. It originates from the Tibetan Plateau, flows through the foothills of the Himalayas, and then enters the plains of Bihar. This notorious river is known for its seasonal floods that have caused much damage and […]Read More
The Cauvery River is one of South India’s most important rivers, playing a lifeline to millions of inhabitants in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry. Greatly known for agricultural activity and cultural importance, the river Cauvery supports paddy fields, various industries, and hydropower projects. However, the Cauvery is also associated with interstate water disputes, particularly […]Read More
The Chambal is one of India’s most mysterious rivers-it flows through the rugged terrains of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. With steep ravines and the notoriety of the Chambal dacoits, it lends itself to wild tales of lawlessness and adventure, but beneath these fictions lies a river of immense ecological importance. It houses some […]Read More