Chenab River facts for kids
The Chenab River is a very important river in India and Pakistan. It starts high up in the Himalayas mountains in Himachal Pradesh, India. From there, it flows through the Jammu and Kashmir region in India and then into the flat lands of Punjab in Pakistan.
The water from the Chenab River is mostly used by Pakistan. This is part of a special agreement between India and Pakistan called the Indus Waters Treaty. This treaty helps both countries share the water from several rivers fairly.
There are many projects on the Chenab River that help people. For example, the Baglihar hydropower dam is a big project in India that uses the river's power to make electricity. It's one of several dams and power stations built on the Chenab River to provide energy.
The Chenab River's Journey
The Chenab River actually forms when two smaller rivers, the Chandra and the Bhaga, join together. These two rivers start from glaciers high in the Himalayas. When they meet, they form the mighty Chenab. As it flows, the river carves its way through mountains and valleys before reaching the plains.
Water and Power
Rivers like the Chenab are vital for many reasons. They provide water for drinking, farming, and supporting wildlife. The dams built on the Chenab, like the Baglihar Dam and the Salal Dam, are important because they create hydroelectric power. This means they use the force of the flowing water to generate electricity, which is a clean way to power homes and businesses.
See also
In Spanish: Río Chenab para niños
Images for kids
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The Chandra river, one of the two main headstreams of the Chenab, as seen from Rohtang pass
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The Salal Dam near Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir, India
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The Chenab river at the Marala Headworks
