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Which major rivers flow into the Arabian Sea?

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The Indus River and the Narmada River are the principal waterways that drain into the Arabian Sea.1

In addition to these, several other rivers contribute to the drainage of the Arabian Sea, particularly along the coast of India:2

  • Tapi River (Tapti): One of the most significant west-flowing rivers of peninsular India.2
  • Mahi River: Flows through the Indian state of Gujarat.2
  • Luni River: Located in southern Rajasthan, it typically reaches the Great Rann of Kachchh.2
  • Western Ghats Rivers: Numerous smaller rivers originate in the Western Ghats and flow westward, often characterized by seasonally torrential flows.2

While the Sutlej, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Beas are major tributaries, they flow into the Indus River system before ultimately reaching the Arabian Sea.2