Chite Lui River

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Chite Lui River

News: The Chite Lui River in Mizoram holds significant cultural and sentimental value for the people of the hilly northeastern state. But, it faces pollution and degradation due to unplanned activities.

About:
 The Chite Lui River is situated in an alluvial valley at an altitude of around 1,000 metres, the river originates from the Bawngkawn range in north Aizawl and flows for approximately 20 km before joining the River Tuirial.
 The rapid growth of Aizawl city has led to unplanned construction activities on the banks and even on the river bed of Chite Lui River. Many houses, shops, garages, eateries and other establishments have encroached upon the river’s space and reduced its width and depth.

Other rivers in Mizoram:
 Chhimtuipui, the largest river in Mizoram, which originates in Myanmar and flows through Lawngtlai and Saiha districts before entering the Bay of Bengal.
 Khawthlangtuipui, Tlawng, Tuirial, and Tuivawl.
 Mat, Tuichang, and Tuipui, which flow through the southern part of Mizoram.
 Tiak, Tuichawng, Teirei, Tuirini, and Serlui, which are some of the other perennial rivers of Mizoram.