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Mithi River | |
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Location | |
Country | India |
State | Maharashtra |
District | Mumbai Suburban |
City | Mumbai |
Physical characteristics | |
Source | Vihar Lake |
2nd source | Powai Lake |
• location | Aarey Colony, Goregaon (E) |
3rd source | Vakola Creek |
• location | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport |
Mouth | Arabian Sea |
• location | Mahim Creek |
Length | 18 km (11 mi) [1] |
The Mithi River (Pronunciation: [miʈʰiː]) is a river on Salsette Island, the island of the city of Mumbai, India. It is a confluence of tail-water discharges of the Powai and Vihar lakes. The river is seasonal and rises during the monsoons. The overflowing lakes also contribute to the river flow, which is stopped by a dam at other times. During this season, the gutter is a favourite with anglers, who can catch large fish that have escaped from the lakes[citation needed]. Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is located right next to the section of river at Andheri (E).