Tungabhadra River
Why in news ?
A 17-year-old was recently swept away in the Tungabhadra River in Huligi village.
About Tungabhadra River
- It is a major river in the south Indian peninsula.
- It is a major tributary of the Krishna River.
Origin:
- It is formed by the union of two rivers, Tunga and Bhadra, and hence the name.
- Both the Tunga and Bhadra Rivers originate on the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats.
- The two rivers merge at Koodli in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, giving birth to the Tungabhadra River.
History:
- The Hindus consider this river sacred, and there is a mention of the river in Ramayana, where it is referred to as Pampa.
- In historical times, the Tungabhadra River was known as the Varada River.
- The river was an important source of water for the Vijayanagara Empire, which ruled over the region from the 14th to the 17th century.
Source – Indian Express