The Ganges referred to as Ganga in India is not only the longest river in the Indian subcontinent but also holds immense sacred significance in Hindu beliefs.
When looking at the overall length within India, the Godavari, also known as Dakshin Ganga or South Ganges, holds the position of being the second-longest river in the country.
Krishna is the third-longest river in India when considering its length within the country and it ranks as the fourth-longest river in terms of water inflows and river basin area.
The Yamuna also known as Jamuna, originates from the Yamunotri glacier situated at the Banderpoonch peak in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.
The Narmada River also known as Rewa and formerly referred to as Nerbudda, begins its journey from Amarkantak.
The origin of our country's name is linked to the Indus River which starts from Mansarovar Lake and proceeds through Ladakh, Gilgit, and Baltistan.
The Brahmaputra, originating from the Mansarovar ranges, is the second river to stem from this region. It starts its course from the Angsi Glacier near Mansarovar Lake in Tibet, China.
The Mahanadi River starts in Chhattisgarh's Raipur district and has been historically known for its frequent and severe flooding events.
The Kaveri River, also known as Cauvery, holds religious significance in southern India.
The Tapti River stands out as one of the three rivers originating in Peninsular India flowing from west to east.