Water Architects: India's Most Impressive Dams
Tehri Dam, Uttarakhand:
India's highest dam, offering hydroelectric power and water storage.
Bhakra Nangal Dam, Himachal Pradesh/Punjab
: A key source of water and electricity in Northern India.
Hirakud Dam, Odisha
: World's longest earthen dam, pivotal for flood control and irrigation.
Sardar Sarovar Dam, Gujarat:
A vital part of the Narmada Valley Project, enhancing water supply.
Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, Telangana/Andhra Pradesh
: One of the largest masonry dams, supporting irrigation and power.
Idukki Dam, Kerala
: A double curvature arch dam, nestled in scenic Western Ghats.
Indira Sagar Dam, Madhya Pradesh
: Central India's lifeline,providing water and hydropower.
Rihand Dam, Uttar Pradesh
: A multi-purpose project, augmenting power and water in the region.
Krishnarajasagara Dam, Karnataka
: A historic dam, crucial for irrigation in the Cauvery Basin.
Mettur Dam, Tamil Nadu
: An essential reservoir for agriculture and energy in Tamil Nadu.
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