Major Dams in India – Complete Analysis
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What is a Dam?
A dam is a barrier constructed across a river to store water. Dams are used for irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, flood control and water supply.
Major Dams in India
- Bhakra Nangal Dam – Sutlej River (Himachal Pradesh)
- Hirakud Dam – Mahanadi River (Odisha)
- Nagarjuna Sagar Dam – Krishna River (Telangana / Andhra Pradesh)
- Sardar Sarovar Dam – Narmada River (Gujarat)
- Tehri Dam – Bhagirathi River (Uttarakhand)
Details of Important Dams
Bhakra Nangal Dam
- River: Sutlej
- State: Himachal Pradesh
- One of the largest dams in India
Hirakud Dam
- River: Mahanadi
- One of the longest dams in the world
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam
- River: Krishna
- Major irrigation project in South India
Sardar Sarovar Dam
- River: Narmada
- Important for water supply and irrigation in Gujarat
Tehri Dam
- River: Bhagirathi
- One of the highest dams in India
Uses of Dams
- Hydroelectric power generation
- Irrigation for agriculture
- Flood control
- Drinking water supply
Exam Focus Points
- Dam – River – State matching
- Largest and highest dams in India
- Importance of dam projects
These topics are frequently asked in UPSC, SSC and other competitive exams.
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