The Secret Backbone of the Ganges

Though often seen as secondary, the Yamuna is actually the Ganges River's primary lifeline. It drains over 40 percent of the massive Ganges Basin, acting as the main artery for northern India's water supply.

Starting its journey at a staggering altitude of 4,500 meters in the Himalayas, the river flows for over 1,300 kilometers before meeting the Ganges. This confluence at Prayagraj is famous for the Kumbh Mela, a massive spiritual gathering held every twelve years. The river is so central to the region that it sustains millions of people across four different states. It is truly the silent workhorse behind India's most legendary waterway.