4. The Yamuna Page | Considered to be one of the most sacred and ecologically important rivers The âVedasâ were written on the banks of Yamuna Yamuna is vital for the support of the Economy and Ecology of the wildlife, the Eco-system and the water security of the Capital. River Yamuna came to be called as "Kalindi" as she touched the peak of Kalind. Then she descended down the hills and reached the plains at Khandav Vana which has been developed as Delhi city now. Yamuna supports a wide variety of plant and animal species and is home to thousands of resident and migratory birds. The banks of the river are one of the last refuges for the dwindling populations of blackbucks, chitals, nilgais, etc. It is said that Yamuna is the consort of Lord Shri Krishna and her home is Gokula, the divine abode of the Lord. Yamuna first went round Shri Krishna before descending down to sanctify the world. River Yamuna serves as the lifeline to millions of people, providing drinking water and is also used for irrigating vast agricultural lands.