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Luni

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The Luni is a seasonal, endorheic river of western Rajasthan, India. It rises in the Aravalli region, flows southwest across the arid Thar Desert, and loses its surface flow in the marshes of the Rann of Kutch rather than reaching the open sea. Because rainfall is concentrated in the monsoon, its flow varies markedly through the year.

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Where does the Luni River begin and end?

The Luni rises near Ajmer in the Naga hills of the Aravalli Range in Rajasthan. It flows southwest and eventually spreads into the marshy Rann of Kutch in Gujarat instead of reaching the open sea.

Why is the Luni River seasonal?

Its flow depends heavily on monsoon rainfall across the arid Thar region, so much of the river can shrink or disappear outside the rainy season. This makes the Luni a seasonal river rather than a consistently flowing Himalayan river.

Is the Luni River freshwater all the way to its mouth?

No, the lower river becomes increasingly saline as it crosses arid country and loses water through evaporation. Its endorheic drainage means the surface flow terminates inland in the Rann of Kutch.

Which parts of Rajasthan does the Luni cross?

The river system crosses or drains districts including Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, and Jalore before reaching Gujarat. Important tributaries include the Jawai, Sukri, Bandi, and Jojri.

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