Netravati River

Netravati River Latest News

Continuous rainfall in Dakshina Kannada district has led to an increase in the water level of the Nethravathi River, prompting precautionary evacuations of people from low-lying areas.

About Netravati River

• It is a major west-flowing river in Karnataka.
• Often referred to as the lifeline of Dakshina Kannada, the river is essential for the region’s sustainability.
• Course: 
  • It originates in the Bangrabalige Valley of Yelaneeru Ghat in the Kudremukha range of the Western Ghats in Karnataka. 
  • It begins its journey from an elevation of about 1,300 meters in Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. 
  • As it moves forward, the Netravati merges with its major tributary, the Kumaradhara River, at Uppinangadi. 
  • Netravati flows from Uppinangadi and enters the city of Mangalore, where it then joins the Arabian Sea.
• The total length of the Netravati is 103 km from its source to the outfall. 
• The river drains an area of 3,657 sq.km.
• The climate of the basin is characterized by heavy rainfall, high humidity, and oppressive weather in the hot season. 
• During the monsoon season, the river experiences heavy flooding.
• It is a major source of water to the cities of Bantwal and Mangalore. 
• The town of Bantwal was located on its banks, and thus the Netravati River was called the Bantwal River in the last century.
• Along its course, the Netravati also flows through the popular pilgrim place called Dharmasthala.
• Tributaries:
  • Kumaradhara River
  • Mrithyunjaya River (Charmadi Hole)
  • Kapila River (Shishila River)
  • Aniyoor River
  • Somavathi River (Laila River)
  • Kaniyoor River
  • Gundya River (Kempu Hole)

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Netravati River FAQs

Q1. Is Netravati a west flowing river?

Ans. It is a major west-flowing river in Karnataka.

Q2. The Netravati River originates from which mountain range?

Ans. Western Ghats (Kudremukha Range)

Q3. Which river is Kumaradhara a tributary of?

Ans. It is a major tributary of the Netravati River.

Source: DH