10 Major Rivers That Flows In Tripura

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The River System of Tripura

Aspect	Details
Topography	Originates from five major hill ranges: Baramura, Atharamura, Longtharai, Shakhan, and Jampui. These hills run north to south, separated by valleys.
Key Rivers	Gomati, Longai, Manu, Dhalai, Khowai, Haora, Muhuri, Juri, Feni.
Water Resources	Crucial for irrigation, supporting crops like rice, jute, and fruits. Provides drinking water and sanitation across rural and urban areas.
Agriculture	Rivers support agriculture, helping in the cultivation of various crops by providing irrigation.
Biodiversity	Supports aquatic life, fish, and wildlife, helping maintain Tripura’s ecological balance. Plays a key role in sustaining local fisheries.
Flooding & Erosion	Rivers are prone to floods and erosion during the monsoon season, impacting agriculture, infrastructure, and settlements.
Economic Activities	Rivers support fisheries, irrigation, and water supply, and are important for the local economy.

Overview of the Tripura’s 10 Major Rivers

River	Origin	Length (km)	Flows Into/Mouth	Key Points
Longai	Jampui Hills	98	Hakaluki Haor (Bangladesh)	Flows through some parts of Mizoram before entering Assam’s Karimganj district.
Juri	Jampui Hills	79	Kushiyara River (Bangladesh)	Dharmanagar town is located on the banks of the Juri River, which also gives its name to the Juri Upazila.
Deo	Jampui Hills	132	Manu River	Flows northward through Kanchanpur valley
Manu	Sakhan Range	167	Kushiyara River (Bangladesh)	The longest river in Tripura.
Dhalai	Atharamura Hill	117	Manu River	Popular riverside towns along the Dhalai River include Ambassa, Baralutma, and Kamalpur.
Khowai	Atharamura Hill	166	Kushiyara River (Bangladesh)	Leaves India at Khowai, and enters Bangladesh at Balla. The Second longest river in Tripura.
Haroa	Baramura Range	53	Titas River (Bangladesh)	Locally, it’s known as the Saidra River in Kokborok. Agartala, the capital of Tripura, lies on the bank of the Haora River.
Gumti	Longtharai and Atharamura Range	124	Meghna River (Bangladesh)	Dumbur Dam is located on the Gumti / Gomati river
Muhuri	Deotamura Range	64	Feni River (Bangladesh)	Also known as the Little Feni.
Feni	South Tripura District	116	Bay of Bengal	Feni is the lifeline of Sabroom town of Tripura, Right Bank Tributary: Muhuri River

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River Flow Directions and Key Examples in Tripura

Flow Direction	Rivers	Details
Northern Flow	Khowai, Juri, Manu, Longai	These rivers originate from the eastern hills of Tripura and flow northward, eventually merging with rivers in Bangladesh. They play a crucial role in the local ecosystem and provide water resources for agriculture and daily use.
Western Flow	Gomati, Bijoy, Howrah	These rivers originate from the hills in the western part of the state and flow westward. They support agriculture and are vital for the livelihoods of communities along their banks, also playing a key role in irrigation.
Southern Flow	Muhuri, Feni	These rivers flow southward into Bangladesh and eventually join the Bay of Bengal. The Muhuri also serves as part of the border between India and Bangladesh. Both rivers impact water rights discussions and play an essential role in the socio-economic dynamics of the region.

List Of 10 Major Rivers Of Tripura

Gomati River (Gumti River)

Feature	Details
Other Names	Gomti, Gumati, Gumti (Bengali: গোমতী)
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
District in Bangladesh	Cumilla
Origin	Tripura, India
Notable Locations	Flows through Tripura and Cumilla district
Dam	Constructed near Dumbur
Lake Formed	Covers approximately 40 sq km (15 sq miles)
Significance	One of the major rivers of Tripura, crucial for irrigation and water supply

Longai River

Feature	Details
Other Names	None
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	Tripura (Jampui Hills), Mizoram, Assam
Origin	Jampui Hills, Tripura, India
Flow Through	Mizoram, Assam, Bangladesh
Confluence	Drains into Hakaluki Haor, Bangladesh
Length	Approximately 100 km
Significance	Trans-boundary river that plays an important role in local irrigation and ecosystems

Manu River

Feature	Details
Other Names	None
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	Kumarghat, Kailasahar, Unokoti
Origin	Below Kahosib Chura, Shakhantang Mountains, Tripura, India
Flow Through	Tripura, Bangladesh (Moulvibazar district)
Confluence	Joins the Kushiara at Manumukh, Bangladesh
Length	167 km (104 miles)
Width	~200 meters near the railway bridge area
Basin Area	~500 km²
Significance	Longest river in Tripura, vital for irrigation and local livelihood

Deo River

Feature	Details
Other Names	None
Country	India
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	North Tripura, Unakoti
Origin	Near Indo-Bangladesh border, Rangamati division, Bangladesh
Flow Through	Dashda, Kanchanpur
Confluence	Merges with Manu River near Kumarghat (Pabiacherra), Unakoti
Length	Approximately 90 km
Significance	Plays a key role in the region’s water supply, affected by riverbank erosion and floods

Dhalai River

Feature	Details
Other Names	Dhala River
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	Ambassa, Baralutma, Kamalpur
Origin	Atharamura Hills, Tripura, India
Flow Through	Kamalganj Upazila, Maulvibazar District, Bangladesh
Confluence	Joins the Manu River in Rajnagar Upazila, Bangladesh
Length	Approximately 117 km (73 miles)
Significance	Important for local water resources and irrigation, heavily affected by floods and erosion

Khowai River

Feature	Details
Other Names	None
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	Khowai
Origin	Eastern part of Atharamura Hills, Tripura, India
Flow Through	Khowai district, enters Bangladesh at Balla, Habiganj District
Confluence	Joins the Kushiyara River near Adampur, Lakhai Upazila, Habiganj District
Length	Approximately 166 km
Significance	Second longest river in Tripura, vital for agriculture and water supply in both Tripura and Bangladesh

Haora River (Saidra River)

Feature	Details
Other Names	Saidra (in Kokborok language)
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	West Tripura
Origin	Western flank of Baramura Hill range, Tripura, India
Flow Through	West Tripura, enters Bangladesh
Confluence	Joins the Titas River, Bangladesh
Length	Approximately 61.2 km (38 miles)
Indian Territory Length	52 km (32 miles)
Bangladesh Territory Length	9.2 km (5.7 miles)
Basin Area	570 km² (220 sq mi), covering 5.43% of Tripura’s surface area
Significance	Important river for local irrigation and tribal settlements in Tripura

Muhuri River

Feature	Details
Other Names	Little Feni (in Bangladesh)
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	Feni, Belonia, South Tripura
Origin	Lushai Hills, Tripura, India
Flow Through	Parshuram Upazila, Feni District, Bangladesh
Confluence	Merges with Feni River near the Bay of Bengal
Length	Approximately 70 km
Width	150 to 200 meters
Basin Area	839 km² (8% of Tripura’s area)
Significance	A major transboundary river, important for irrigation, fishery, and flood control projects
Disputes	Shared water issues between India and Bangladesh, with notable skirmishes over land at Muhurichar island

Juri River

Feature	Details
Other Names	None
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	Jampui Hills
Origin	Jampui Hills, Tripura, India
Flow Through	Enters Kulaura Upazila, Maulvibazar District, Bangladesh
Significance	Transboundary river, important for local irrigation and livelihood in both Tripura and Bangladesh

Feni River

Feature	Details
Other Names	None
Country	India, Bangladesh
Indian State	Tripura
Districts in India	South Tripura, Sabroom
Origin	South Tripura, India
Flow Through	Sabroom, Tripura, enters Bangladesh
Confluence	Joins the Muhuri River near the Bay of Bengal
Length	Approximately 80 km
Navigability	Navigable by small boats up to Ramgarh (80 km upstream)
Water Sharing Disputes	Issues over water rights with Bangladesh, especially regarding irrigation
Significance	Plays a key role in local agriculture and transportation, with ongoing infrastructure projects like the Maitri Setu bridge
Bridge	Maitri Setu bridge connects Sabroom (India) with Ramgarh (Bangladesh), inaugurated in 2021

FAQs

Q1. What is the longest river in Tripura?

The Gomati River is the longest river in Tripura, flowing across the state before entering Bangladesh.

Q2. Why are Tripura’s rivers important for agriculture?

Tripura’s rivers provide essential water for irrigation, supporting crops like rice, jute, and fruits.

Q3. Does Tripura face flooding issues?

Yes, rivers like Khowai and Gomati often flood during the monsoon, affecting nearby settlements and farmlands.

Q4. How does the Feni River impact India-Bangladesh relations?

The Feni River serves as a vital waterway between the two countries and plays a role in water-sharing agreements.

Q5. What measures are being taken to protect Tripura’s rivers?

Local governments and communities are working on river cleanup, afforestation, and sustainable water management to protect Tripura’s rivers.

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