The Arpa River is a seasonal watercourse flowing through Bilaspur in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. It serves as a defining geographic and cultural feature of the city, influencing settlement patterns, local ecology, and urban development.

Key facts

• Location: Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India

• Tributary of: Seonath River

• Flow type: Seasonal (rain-fed)

• Length: Approximately 90 kilometers

• Local significance: Central to Bilaspur’s landscape and festivals