Sowparnika River

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Environmentalists have raised alarm over an alarming increase in pollution in the Sowparnika River, which flows beside the Kollur Mookambika Temple. 

About Sowparnika River 

• The Sowparnika River is a west-flowing river in Karnataka.
• The river is surrounded by lush green forests of the Western Ghats.
• Course: Originating from the Kodachadri Hills in the Western Ghats, it flows through the Byndoor taluk, passing near the renowned Mookambika Temple in Kollur, before merging with the Arabian Sea.
• The Souparnika River is deeply associated with Hindu mythology.
  • Legend has it that Garuda (the divine bird and vehicle of Lord Vishnu) performed penance on the riverbanks, which is how it got its name "Souparnika" (named after "Suparna," another name for Garuda). 
• A unique feature of the Souparnika River is observed near Maravanthe Beach, where the river runs parallel to the Arabian Sea, separated by a narrow stretch of land. 
  • This rare geographical phenomenon offers a picturesque landscape, making it a popular spot for tourists and photographers.

Sowparnika River FAQs

Q1. Where is the Sowparnika river?

Ans. The Sowparnika River, also known as the Souparnika River, is a significant waterway in the Udupi district of Karnataka, India. 

Q2. Where is Maravanthe Beach located?

Ans. Maravanthe Beach is located in the Udupi district of Karnataka, India, approximately 55 kilometers from Udupi city.

Q3. Which are the tributaries of Sowparnika River?

Ans. The Souparnika River is joined by several tributaries, including the Varahi, Kedaka, Chakra, and Kubja rivers, which converge to form the Panchagangavalli River before merging into the Arabian Sea.

Source: TOI