Source: DH
Context: India has alerted Pakistan of a flood threat in the Tawi River on humanitarian grounds, even though the Indus Waters Treaty remains suspended after the Pahalgam terror attack.
About Tawi River:
- What it is?
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- A major river of the Jammu region in J&K, considered sacred and often called Surya Putri (Daughter of the Sun) in ancient texts.
- Origin:
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- Rises from Kalpas Kund at Seo Dhar in the Bhaderwah area of Doda district (Himalayas, J&K).
- Flows southwest through Sudh Mahadev before entering Jammu plains.
- Flows Through:
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- Passes through the city of Jammu, bisecting it into old city and new city.
- Provides scenic beauty and serves as the lifeline of Jammu city.
- Tributary of:
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- Joins the Chenab River in Pakistan after crossing the international boundary.
- Ultimately part of the Indus river system governed historically by the IWT.
- Key Features & Significance:
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- Water Source: Main source of drinking water and daily use for Jammu residents.
- Bridges: Three major bridges—
- Gumat to Vikram Chowk.
- Gujjar Nagar to Bahu Fort.
- Nagrota bypass bridge.
- Economic Role: Supports agriculture and small-scale irrigation in Jammu region.
- Cultural/Religious Role: Revered in local traditions, with rituals performed on its ghats.
- Strategic Relevance: As a tributary of the Chenab, flows into Pakistan, making it geopolitically significant under the Indus Waters Treaty.
