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Source-This post on Gomti River has been created based on the article “Over 600 rescued turtles released in Gomti river” published in “Hindustan Times” on 10 February 2024.
Why in the news?
Over 600 turtles seized from smugglers were released into the Gomti river in forest area of Malihabad near Chandrika Devi Temple.
About Gomati river
| Aspect | Details |
| Origin | It is an alluvial river that originates from the Gomat Taal, or Fulhaar Jheel from Pilibhit in Uttar Pradesh. |
| Mouth | It joins river Ganga near Varanasi. |
| Drainage | The total drainage area of the river is 30,437 sq. km. |
| Tributaries | Kathina, Bhainsi, Sarayan, Gon, Reth, Sai, Pili, and Kalyani. |
| Major cities | There are various cities that are situated on the banks of the River Gomti, such as Sultanpur, Lucknow, Jaunpur, and Lakhimpur Kheri. |
| Nature | It is a perennial river. It has a sluggish flow throughout the year, except during the monsoon season |
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