The Indus River is often referred to as the “lifeblood” of Pakistan due to its importance to the country’s economy, culture, and society. The Indus River is the longest river in Pakistan and is the country’s national river. It flows from the Tibetan Plateau through the Ladakh region of India and into Pakistan, where it supports a wide variety of plant and animal life. The Indus River is an important source of irrigation for agriculture in the region and its waters are used for hydroelectric power generation. It is also an important source of drinking water for millions of people in the region. The Indus River is an important transportation corridor in the region, with a number of major road and rail bridges crossing it. The Indus River is also an important site for environmental research and eco-tourism, with a number of research institutions and tour operators based in the region.