Dhauliganga
Dhauliganga is a river in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, a tributary of the Ganges. It originates from the Gaumukh glacier in the Garhwal Himalayas and flows through the districts of Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Tehri Garhwal. The river is sacred to Hindus, with the Dhauliganga River Valley being a significant pilgrimage site.
The river is named after Dhaulika, a sage who is said to have meditated on the banks
The Dhauliganga River Valley is home to several temples and ashrams, attracting pilgrims and tourists from
The river is also a source of water for irrigation, providing water to the agricultural fields in
The Dhauliganga is also a source of water for the hydroelectric projects in the region, providing electricity