Mahuar River: From Mahua Tree Root to Lifeline for Thousands in Shivpuri

• Mahuar River in Shivpuri district, MP, originated from a small stream near a Mahua tree root in Mahua Muhasa village.
• It quenches the thirst of numerous villages like Mayapur, Motipur, and Bhubra, even during dry summers.
• The Navli Dam on Mahuar River irrigates 9.5 thousand hectares for 22,000 farmers across 26 villages.
• The river is considered a lifeline by locals due to its vital role in providing water for drinking and agriculture.
• Further downstream, Mahuar River serves as a significant tributary to the larger Sindh River.