History of Brahmaputra River: From the Himalayas to the Heart of Assam

The Brahmaputra River is one of the biggest and most important rivers in Asia. It starts its journey high up in the Himalayas, from a glacier called the Angsi Glacier near Mount Kailash in Tibet. In Tibet, the river is known as the Yarlung Tsangpo and is considered very holy. It flows across the mountains of Tibet, passing through deep valleys and rough lands. Then, near a place called Namcha Barwa, the river takes a big turn, known as the "Great Bend," and enters India through Arunachal Pradesh. In this area, it is called the Siang River.

As the river flows into India, it grows stronger and wider. The Brahmaputra River is formed when two other rivers, the Dibang and the Lohit, combine. The name "Brahmaputra" means "Son of Brahma" in Sanskrit. When the river enters Assam, it expands out and serves as a lifeline for the local population. People have lived along its banks for thousands of years, cultivating crops and fishing. As the river flows into India, it grows stronger and wider. The Brahmaputra River is formed when two other rivers, the Dibang and the Lohit, combine. The name "Brahmaputra" means "Son of Brahma" in Sanskrit. When the river enters Assam, it expands out and serves as a lifeline for the local population. People have lived along its banks for thousands of years, cultivating crops, fishing, and constructing their homes.

After entering Assam at Sadiya, the Brahmaputra River travels westward through the state, touching many districts like Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrup, Darrang, Nagaon, and Sonitpur, and reshaping the environment and way of life as it goes. The river collects water from several tributaries, including the Lohit, Dibang, Subansiri, and Dhansiri, as it flows. The largest river island in the world, Majuli, is located in the center of the Brahmaputra and is one of the most beautiful stops along the way. In addition to its abundance of natural beauty, Majuli is a significant hub for Assamese culture and traditions. Through districts like Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Sonitpur, Kamrup, and Goalpara, the river continues its expansive and strong flow. After traveling about 891 kilometers across Assam, the Brahmaputra finally reaches Dhubri, near the border with West Bengal. From Sadiya to Dhubri, the Brahmaputra is the true lifeline of Assam, connecting villages, towns, forests, and people through its mighty and timeless journey.