海外「巨大なダムの放水路」

The Indus River, one of the four great civilizations flourished, is one of the longest rivers in Asia and is an important geographical and cultural feature of Pakistan. The Indus River is Pakistan’s largest river and is 3,180 kilometers long.

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The Indus River starts from the glaciated Tibetan Plateau and flows northwest through the Kashmir region, turning sharply to the left at Nanga Parbat. Glacier water flows into the Indus River along the way, gradually turning south around here, passing through Punjab in the plains, south into Sindh in the dry area, and then into the Arabian Sea.

the Indus River in Kashmir
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the Indus River that flows through the city
The Indus River is an important source of water for Pakistan’s economy, especially in the granaries of Punjab and Sindh, the country’s largest agricultural production. The Indus River supports many heavy industries and is a major source of drinking water in Pakistan.

The Indus River was originally developed during British colonial rule and is connected to an extensive network of canals and irrigation systems still in use today. The Indus River Basin Irrigation System is one of the largest systems in the world and supports Pakistan’s agriculture.

Pakistan developed several dams and hydroelectric projects along the Indus River and its tributaries for the purpose of generating electricity and managing water resources. Notable projects include Talberadam and Mangradam.

Talberadam
mangradam
The Indus River is an important and historically important waterway for Pakistan, serving as a lifeline for agriculture, industry and the lives of millions of people. The water has played a vital role in the formation of the region’s culture, history and economy.