Dam Management and Water Security in India

Effective dam management is crucial for ensuring water security, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation in India. Challenges include aging infrastructure, environmental concerns, and equitable water distribution, necessitating comprehensive policies and technological solutions.

DAM Statistics in India

  • India ranks third in the world with 6,138 large dams.
  • 70% of large dams are over 25 years old; 212 dams are more than 100 years old.
  • There are 42 reported dam failures in India. The first dam failure was recorded in Madhya Pradesh in 1917 when the Tigra dam failed due to overtopping.
  • The worst dam disaster was the Machu dam (Gujarat) failure in 1979, ....
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