Panchganga

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Panchaganga flows through the borders of Kolhapur. It starts from Prayag Sangam (Chikhlee, Taluka - Karveer, Dist - Kolhapur). It does not have its origin. Five rivers forms Panchganga. Panch means Five. It's an ancient river.

Since last decade it's pollution level is increasing fast[1] despite efforts by MPCB (Maharashtra Pollution Control Board)[2].

[edit] References

  1. ^ B. B. Hosetti, A. R. Kulkarni & H. S. Patil (1994). Water quality in Jayanthi Nalla and Panchaganga at Kolhapur. Indian Journal of Environmental Health 36 (2): 124–127. 
  2. ^ Annual Report. Maharashtra Pollution Control Board.


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