INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

Detailed explanation-1: -Bhopal/Hoshangabad/Sehore: Why river Narmada is revered as a mother is not without a reason. Since ancient times, the river has sustained tribes as well as agrarian communities that have lived on and around its banks.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is also the largest flowing river in the state of Madhya Pradesh. This river flows through the states of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat in India. It is also known as the “Life Line of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat” due to its huge contribution to the two states in many ways.

Detailed explanation-3: -Narmada is also known as the ‘lifeline of Madhya Pradesh’. Narmada river forms the traditional boundary between North India and South India. Narmada is the river that flows between Vindhya and Satpura ranges. Kanha National park is situated on the banks of the Narmada river.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Ganges is the largest river in India with extraordinary religious significance. The river provides water to 40 per cent of India’s population in 11 states of India. In other words, Ganga is the lifeline of India.

Detailed explanation-5: -Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Narmada river is the lifeline of Madhya Pradesh. Not only Madhya Pradesh, but Gujarat, Maharashtra and Rajasthan are also dependent on Narmada river to a great extent for prosperity. Narmada river is the center of our faith and reverence.