Mahanadi River

The Mahanadi River is a major waterway in eastern India, flowing approximately 858 kilometers from the state of Chhattisgarh through Odisha into the Bay of Bengal. It plays a vital role in supporting agriculture, industry, and drinking water for millions of people. The river's basin covers a large area, with numerous tributaries contributing to its flow. It features extensive delta regions and important wetlands, making it ecologically significant. The Mahanadi also has several dams and reservoirs that help in flood control, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation, supporting regional development and ecological stability.