River Umngot Latest News
Recently, a concern has been raised that the pristine waters of River Umngot are turning murky due to massive dumping of soil and construction debris into river systems.
About River Umngot
- It is popularly known as Dawki river which flows through the West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya.
- Origin: It originates from the Eastern Shillong Peak, which is located 1,800 m above sea level.
- It is famous for its picturesque crystal-clear water.
- The water is so transparent that it often creates an illusion of boats floating in mid-air.
- This surreal phenomenon has earned it the reputation of being the cleanest river in India.
- The river builds up an innate boundary between two hills district of Meghalaya one being the Jaintia Hills and other being the Khasi hills.
- Umngot River is also known for the annual boat race in the month of March-April.
- It also helps in building a natural one of the international boundary between India (Meghalaya) and Bangladesh.
- Transportation: The suspension bridge over the Dawki River on NH-40 was constructed way back in 1932 and it is one of the busiest bilateral trade routes between India and Bangladesh.
Source: IE
Last updated on November, 2025
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