Vaitarna River Latest News
Two teenagers recently drowned in the Vaitarna River in Maharashtra’s Palghar district while attempting a reel during the Ganeshotsav holiday.
About Vaitarna River
- It is one of the west-flowing rivers in the region north of Mumbai and south of the Tapi River.
- Course:
- It originates from the southern slopes of the Triambak-Anjaneri hills near Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra.
- These hills are part of the Sahyadri ranges (Western Ghats) and are also the origin point of the Godavari River.
- The river flows in a generally westward direction, traveling around 154 kilometers before emptying into the Arabian Sea.
- The river passes through the districts of Nashik, Palghar, and Thane, making it an essential water body for multiple regions.
- Jhow and Wadhiv islands lie in its estuary. Arnala Island lies off its mouth.
- It receives most of the rainfall from the Southwest monsoon during June to October. Almost 98% of the annual rainfall of the basin is received during this period, making it a highly seasonal river in terms of water volume.
- Major Tributaries:
- Alvand River
- Tansa River
- Pinjal River
- Surya River
- Dahanu River
- Ganjai River
- Urban Utility: Over 60% of Mumbai’s water comes from the Vaitarna and its associated dams.
News: HT
Last updated on Sep, 2026
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