Pakistan has a total of 24 rivers flowing through the country. These rivers are distributed across different provinces with 8 rivers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), 5 in Punjab, 4 in Sindh, and 7 in Balochistan. Among these, the five major rivers in the Punjab region are the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej, which are often collectively referred to as the "Five Rivers of Punjab." The Indus River is the longest and most significant river in Pakistan.
Major Rivers in Pakistan
- Indus
- Jhelum
- Chenab
- Ravi
- Sutlej
Total Number of Rivers by Region
- 8 rivers in KPK
- 5 rivers in Punjab
- 4 rivers in Sindh
- 7 rivers in Balochistan
This extensive river system is vital for the country's agriculture, ecology, and economy, with the Indus River being notably crucial for irrigation and water supply across Pakistan.
