Ulhas River

Ulhas River Latest News

The Ulhas river recently crossed the warning level at Mohane and Jambhulpada following continuous heavy rainfall, prompting the district administration to issue an alert for residents living close to the banks.

About Ulhas River

• It is a prominent west-flowing river located entirely within Maharashtra. 
• Course: Originating from the Sahyadri hill ranges in the Raigad district, the river travels westward and eventually drains into the Arabian Sea near Vasai Creek, north of Mumbai. 
• The total length of this river from its source to its outfall is 122 kilometers. 
• The Ulhas drains an area of 4,637 sq.km., which lies completely in Maharashtra. The Thane, Raigad, and Pune districts fall in the basin.
• The river basin is bounded by the main Sahyadri hill range on the east, its offshoots to the north and south, and opens narrowly to the Arabian Sea in the west. 
• It passes through cities such as Kalyan, Thane, and Navi Mumbai.  
• Along its route, the Ulhas River forms several distributaries and creeks, which are vital for irrigation, drinking water supply, and local ecosystems.  
• Important Tributaries: Pej, Barvi, Bhivapuri, Murbari, Kalu, Shari, Bhasta, Salpe, Poshir, and Shilar. 
• Major Dams: Barvi Dam, Bhatsa Dam, Tansa Dam, and Middle Vaitarna.
• The estuary of Ulhas houses several historical ports of Kalyan, Kopri, and Shurparaka.

News: TOI

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