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Ganga Basin: India's Largest River System and Economic Lifeline
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News18
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23-02-2026, 13:58
Ganga Basin: India's Largest River System and Economic Lifeline
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The Ganga Basin is India's largest river basin, covering 26% of the country's land area (8.6 lakh sq km).
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It supports nearly half of India's population for agriculture, drinking water, and industries.
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The Ganga River, originating from Gangotri Glacier, flows through Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
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Known for its unique properties like bacteriophages, high dissolved oxygen, and rare Ganges River dolphins.
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The Arvari River Basin in Rajasthan is India's smallest, revived by locals after nearly 60 years of being dry.
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