Hydrological Characteristics of
7th February 2021 Rishi Ganga Flood
A flash flood that originated from Raunthi Gad-a tributary of the Rishi Ganga river, in Garhwal Himalaya, caused unprecedented loss to lives and damaged two hydropower projects on 7th Februray 2021. In order to asses the flood magnitude, the flow parameters of the flood were calculated using the super-elevation of the flood marks preserved in the flood affected valleys.The textural characteristics of the flood deposits in the upper reaches of the valleys indicate dominance of debris flows.