Brahmani River
The Brahmani River is formed by the confluence of two rivers: South Koel River: Originates near Lohardaga in Jharkhand. Sankh River: Begins near the Jharkhand-Chhattisgarh border, close to the Netarhat Plateau. Both rivers rise from the Chota Nagpur Plateau and meet near Rourkela in Odisha. After the confluence, the Brahmani River flows through several districts in Odisha, including Sundargarh, Deogarh, Angul, Dhenkanal, Cuttack, Jajapur, and Kendrapara. It covers a distance of approximately 480 kilometers (300 miles) before emptying into the Bay of Bengal at Palmyras Point. Irrigation and Dam The river is dammed at Rengali in the Anugul district, creating a large reservoir that serves as a significant source for irrigation in the region. Biodiversity The Brahmani River flows through the Bhitarkanika National Park, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the famous saltwater crocodiles. Mythological Significance The place where the Brahmani originates is associated with a…
