Explanation

• The Sukkur Barrage is located on the Indus River
• Formerly known as Lloyd Barrage.
• Built during the British Raj from 1923 to 1932 
• Located in Sindh Province
• Latest built in November 2004
• Completed in 1932
• Length: Approximately 2 km (1 mi)
• The oldest barrage in Pakistan.
• 7 canals take off from the Sukkur Barrage

Last updated on 09-03-2026

Explanation

• The Indus Water Treaty (1960) was signed between Pakistan and India to share the Indus River system.
  • Pakistan got control of the western rivers: Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab.
  • India got control of the eastern rivers: Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej.

Last verified on 08-03-2026

Explanation

• Hadero Lake is a natural lake located in Thatta District of Sindh, Pakistan.
• It lies near the Indus Delta region.
• It is an important wetland habitat.
• The lake supports migratory birds, fish, and wildlife.

Additional information:

• Manchar Lake – Jamshoro/Dadu (largest lake of Pakistan)
• Keenjhar Lake – Thatta (major drinking water source for Karachi)
• Haleji Lake – Thatta (Ramsar wetland)
• Chotiari Reservoir – Sanghar District

Last verified on 08-03-2026

Explanation

• Rush Lake is the highest lake in Pakistan.
• It is one of the highest alpine lakes in the world.
• It is located in Nagar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan near Rush Peak.
• The lake lies at an altitude of about 4,694 meters (15,400 feet) above sea level.
• It is a famous destination for trekkers and mountaineers.

Last verified on 06-03-2026

Explanation

Gadani Beach is located near Hub, Balochistan.

It is known for being clean and less crowded

known for its golden sands and clear water. 

Part of Sonmiani Bay

Explanation

The Dul Hasti Stage II hydropower project is built by India on the Chenab River 

Location: Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, India.

Approved in December 2025

Capacity: 260 MW.

Developer: NHPC Limited.

Explanation

The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

On the west side of the Yamuna River.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REALTED TAJ MEHAL

The Taj Mahal, "Crown of Palaces", also "the Taj"

It is a white marble mausoleum.

It is located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Explanation

The Chenab River meets the Jhelum River at Trimmu (Punjab).

Chenab originates from the Chandra and Bhaga rivers in the Himalayas, India.

Flows through Jammu region and enters Punjab plains in Pakistan.

Total length: 1,200 km (750 mi) approx.

Historically called Asikni due to dark-colored waters.

Additional information:

• The area between Jhelum and Chenab is called Chaj Doab.
• Rachna Doab: Between Ravi and Chenab
• Bari Doab: Between Beas and Ravi

Last verified on 17-01-2026

Explanation

The annual average flow of water in the Indus River system is approximately 140 MAF (million acre-feet).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RELATED TO INDUS RIVER 

• The Indus River starts in Tibet.
• The river Indus originates from the Mansarovar lake.
• The Indus River flows through India, Pakistan,
• The Indus River finally falls into the Arabian Sea near Karachi.
• River Indus starts making a delta near the city of Thatta.
• The old name of the Indus river was: Sindhu
• National River of Pakistan: Indus River

Explanation

The Sukkur Barrage is the largest in Pakistan.

It Is the pride of Pakistan's Irrigation system and in the whole world.

Additional information:

Sukkur Barrage is a barrage on the River Indus 

The barrage was built during the British Raj

Build from 1923 to 1932 

Its old name was named Lloyd Barrage.

It is located in Sindh Province