description Arkavathy Overview
The Arkavathy is a river in Karnataka, southern India, and a tributary of the Kaveri. It flows through the region around Bengaluru and contributes to the city’s water supply through the Tippagondanahalli Reservoir, also known as the Chamarajasagara Reservoir. The river is part of the Kaveri basin and is associated with the water resources and dry-land landscapes of southeastern Karnataka.
help Arkavathy FAQ
What kind of river is the Arkavathy?
The Arkavathy is a river in Karnataka, southern India, and a tributary of the Kaveri. It flows through the region around Bengaluru.
How is the Arkavathy connected to Bengaluru's water supply?
The river contributes to Bengaluru's water supply through the Tippagondanahalli Reservoir. That reservoir is also known as the Chamarajasagara Reservoir.
What is Tippagondanahalli Reservoir's connection to the Arkavathy?
Tippagondanahalli Reservoir, also called Chamarajasagara Reservoir, is part of the river's water-supply system. Its connection gives the Arkavathy importance beyond its role as a Kaveri tributary.
Which larger river system does the Arkavathy belong to?
The Arkavathy is part of the Kaveri river system because it flows as a tributary of the Kaveri. Its basin includes the Karnataka region around Bengaluru.
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