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Beas and Sutlej Rivers

Source:  IE Context: Rising water levels in the Beas and Sutlej rivers have posed a severe threat to Marar village in Tarn Taran (Punjab), causing erosion and endangering homes despite embankment-strengthening efforts. About Beas and Sutlej rivers: About Beas River: Origin: Near Rohtang Pass, southern Pir Panjal Range, Himachal Pradesh (altitude ~4,062 m). Length: About …

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Bakra Dam

Source:  NDTV Context: The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) ordered the release of 8,500 cusecs of water to Haryana, sparking strong opposition from the Punjab government, which cited an ongoing water crisis. About Bhakra Dam: Location: Situated on the Sutlej River near Bhakra village in Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, around 13 km upstream from Nangal …

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