Biomass and Productivity of Riparian Vegetation along Dikrong River System, Arunachal Pradesh, India

A study on the biomass and productivity of riparian vegetation along Dikrong river system comprising three rivers, Pare, Pachin and Dikrong in Arunachal Pradesh was carried out. Both the biomass and productivity of the riparian vegetation was greater along river Pare and was least along river Pachin. It was observed that the intensity of disturbance along the riparian zone played a significant role in decreasing both the biomass and productivity of the riparian vegetation. Hence proper management initiatives should be taken to maintain the riparian vegetation as it plays a significant role in the functioning of riverine systems.