Uttarakhand is a state which is known for its hundreds of small and big rivers, the holy places, secred tempals, situated on the banks of the rivers. Some of these rivers have religious significance in india because of their relevence in hindu mithology. The source of these rivers are Glaciers of the western Himalayas situated in india, Nepal and Tibat bordars. These rivers play a vital role in economical, cultural, social and enviromental issues of India.
The hydroelectric projects on these rivers are illuminating thousands of homes, but they are also facing the flack form environmentalist for disturbing the ecological balance. These rivers are the backbone of indian economy because of their usage of farming, drinking water, electricity, fishing, trading etc. In some parts of uttarakhand, rivers like Ganga, Tons, Yamuna, and Kali are famous for affering a wide variety of water sports.
Most of these rivers are clean and less polluted till they enter in Tarai region.
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