Chenab River

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India rejected Pakistani media reports regarding Chenab River flooding “baseless” and said that the recent rise in water levels in the Chenab river is due to heavy monsoon rainfall over Jammu and adjoining catchment areas. 

About Chenab River

• It is a tributary of the Indus River.
• Origin: It is formed by the confluence of two streams, Chandra and Bhaga, in the Lahaul and Spiti Districts of Himachal Pradesh.
• In its upper reaches, it is also known as the Chandrabhaga.
• It flows through Jammu and Kashmir union territory, Himachal Pradesh and after receiving the Jhelum River near Trimmu, the Chenab empties into the Sutlej River.
• Major Tributaries:
  • Left Bank:  Niru, Tawi, Neeru, and Liddrari
  • Right Bank: Ans, Bhut Nalla, Bichleri, Kalnai Marusudar and Miyar Nalla.
• Major Dams on Chenab River: Salal (rockfill dam), Aalal (concrete dam), Baglihar, and Dul. 
• The waters of the Chenab are shared by India and Pakistan as per the terms of the Indus Water Treaty.

Source: TH

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