Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri range in the Western Ghats is the origin of the river. The source is located at an elevation of 1,341 m (4,400 ft) in the Kodagu district of Karnataka. This river has several dams built across to aid irrigation projects. There are hydro-electric projects on the river for generation of power. The river has served as a lifeline for … Continue reading Kaveri: The River that Kindled Innovation and Nurtured Civilisations
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Godavari: The Dakshin Ganga of Legends and Empires
This is the sixth write-up on the sacred rivers of India. So far, The Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Indus and Narmada have been covered. The Godavari River is the second-longest river in India. It is referred to as the Dakshin Ganga (Ganges of the South). It originates in the Western Ghats near Triambak in Nashik, Maharashtra. … Continue reading Godavari: The Dakshin Ganga of Legends and Empires
Rag Picking: India’s Hidden Workforce of Waste Management
Rag pickers in India are a crucial yet often unrecognized workforce in urban waste management. They collect and segregate recyclable materials. By 2050, India will be generating 450 million tonnes of garbage annually and ragpickers will be an important part of its waste management plans. Inspite of this huge contribution, their life is piteous. They … Continue reading Rag Picking: India’s Hidden Workforce of Waste Management