Palar River: India's 'Milk River' - A Natural Wonder Flowing Through Three States

• The Palar River, known as the 'Milk River of India', flows through Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
• Originating in the Nandi Hills, it travels 348 km before merging with the Bay of Bengal.
• Its name comes from Tamil words 'pal' (milk) and 'aru' (river), and its pale color during monsoons reinforces the 'milk' association.
• The river flows mostly underground, was a primary water source for Kolar Gold Fields, and replenishes groundwater.
• An 1892 water-sharing agreement among the three states is still in effect for the Palar River.