Which is the longest river in himachal pradesh?
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The Chandrabhaga or Chenab (Vedic name Askni), the largest river (in terms of volume of water) is formed after the meeting of two streams namely, Chandra and Bhaga at Tandi, in Lahaul. It flows 122 kilometres (76 mi) and covers an area of 7,500 square kilometres (2,900 sq mi). in Himachal, before entering Kashmir.
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The longest river in the Himachal Pradesh is the Chandrabhaga or Chenab.
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- It is formed by the meeting of two streams, Chandra and bhaga in Linaul. The river flows for a 122 kilometers in Himachal and covers an area of 7500 square kilometres.
- The river then enters Kashmir. Himachal Pradesh provides water for both basins – Indus and Ganges.
- There are 5 rivers such as the Chandra, Bhaga, Ravi, Beas, Sutlej and Yamuna. These rivers are sustained by rainfall and snow in this region.
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