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Lohit River
Arunachal Pradesh, India
Why in news
Jul 2026
The proposed Kalai-II project on this Arunachal river was flagged as a threat to the critically endangered White-bellied Heron.
Key facts
- The proposed Kalai-II project on the Lohit was flagged as a threat to the critically endangered White-bellied Heron.
- It is a Brahmaputra tributary in Arunachal Pradesh.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its origin, the states or countries it flows through, and tributaries.
Mains
Mains (GS-1/GS-3): inter-state water disputes and river interlinking debates.
Asked in UPSC
2016, 2014
Frequently asked questions
Why is Lohit River in the news?
Jul 2026: The proposed Kalai-II project on this Arunachal river was flagged as a threat to the critically endangered White-bellied Heron.
Why is Lohit River important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its origin, the states or countries it flows through, and tributaries. Mains (GS-1/GS-3): inter-state water disputes and river interlinking debates.
Last updated: 2026-10-09