The Khawthlangtuipui River, internationally known as the Karnaphuli River, is a major transboundary river flowing through Mizoram in Northeast India and southeastern Bangladesh. It serves as the principal drainage channel and hydrological lifeline for the southwestern region of the Mizoram hills.
The river is ecologically significant for sustaining biodiversity, supporting livelihoods, and maintaining the region’s water resources. It also holds strategic importance due to its transboundary nature and its role in water resource management between India and Bangladesh.
APSC Relevance: Geography; Environment.
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