Odisha to Build 16 Dams and 15 Barrages on Mahanadi River

INFRASTRUCTURE

2/22/20251 min read

Odisha plans to construct 16 dams and 15 barrages along the Mahanadi River to improve water management and distribution. This move addresses reduced downstream flow due to upstream usage in Chhattisgarh. The projects aim to enhance water supply for agriculture and households while strengthening Odisha’s water security.