{"id":1863,"date":"2025-04-14T16:40:20","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T11:10:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1863"},"modified":"2025-10-28T12:57:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:27:16","slug":"dams-in-india-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/dams-in-india-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Dams In India 2025 \u2013 List Of Major Dams State-Wise With Types And Importance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dams play a vital role in <\/span><b>water management, irrigation, hydroelectric power, and flood control<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in India. As a country with vast agricultural needs and increasing energy demands, India has constructed numerous dams to store water, generate electricity, and regulate river flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article we will provide a <\/span><b>detailed list of major dams in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, their <\/span><b>types, purposes, and significance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is a Dam?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a <\/span><b>barrier<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> built across a river or stream to <\/span><b>store, control, and manage water<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It creates a <\/span><b>reservoir<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that helps in <\/span><b>irrigation, electricity generation, drinking water supply, and flood prevention<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Functions of Dams:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Storage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Ensures year-round water supply for agriculture and drinking purposes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Irrigation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Helps in irrigating farmland, especially in drought-prone areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hydroelectric Power<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Generates renewable energy from water flow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flood Control<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Prevents excessive water flow, reducing flood risks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Navigation &amp; Transportation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Maintains water levels for boat and ship movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/ramsar-sites-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ramsar sites in India\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Types of Dams in India<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dams in India are categorized based on structure and material, including arch dams, gravity dams, embankment dams, and barrages. These serve various purposes such as water storage, hydroelectric power generation, and flood control. These are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Arch Dam:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Curved design to distribute water pressure to canyon walls.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Idukki Dam (Kerala)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 One of India&#8217;s largest arch dams.<br \/>\n<\/span><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1864\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-.jpg?resize=300%2C189&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-.jpg?resize=300%2C189&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1-.jpg?w=350&amp;ssl=1 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gravity Dam:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Uses its weight to resist water pressure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Bhakra Dam (Himachal Pradesh)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 One of the tallest gravity dams.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1865\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2-.jpg?resize=300%2C210&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2-.jpg?resize=300%2C210&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2-.jpg?w=331&amp;ssl=1 331w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Arch-Gravity Dam:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A combination of arch and gravity dam properties.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Tehri Dam (Uttarakhand)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 India&#8217;s tallest dam.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1866\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3-.jpg?resize=300%2C213&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3-.jpg?resize=300%2C213&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3-.jpg?w=338&amp;ssl=1 338w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Barrages:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Large gates to regulate water flow.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Farakka Barrage (West Bengal)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Controls Ganga River flow.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1867\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/4-.jpg?resize=300%2C189&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/4-.jpg?resize=300%2C189&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/4-.jpg?w=356&amp;ssl=1 356w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Embankment Dam:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Made of compacted soil and rock.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Hirakud Dam (Odisha)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 The longest dam in India.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1868\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5-.jpg?resize=300%2C201&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5-.jpg?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/5-.jpg?w=354&amp;ssl=1 354w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rock-Fill Dam:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Constructed with rocks and an impermeable core.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Sardar Sarovar Dam (Gujarat)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Built on the Narmada River.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1869\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6-.jpg?resize=300%2C191&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6-.jpg?resize=300%2C191&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6-.jpg?w=417&amp;ssl=1 417w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Earth-Fill Dam:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Structure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Made of earth and clay materials.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Example:<\/b> <b>Mettur Dam (Tamil Nadu)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Built on the Cauvery River.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1870\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8.jpg?resize=300%2C177&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8.jpg?resize=300%2C177&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8.jpg?w=448&amp;ssl=1 448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Major Dams in India<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India is home to several major dams that support irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, flood control, and water storage. These dams play a crucial role in regional development and water resource management. Here is a list of major dams in India, along with a brief description of their history and importance:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/national-parks-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Parks In India<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nagarjuna Sagar Dam (Andhra Pradesh): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built on the Krishna River in 1967, it is one of India&#8217;s largest dams, serving irrigation, power generation, and flood control purposes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sardar Sarovar Dam (Gujarat): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located on the Narmada River, it supplies irrigation and drinking water but has been controversial due to environmental and social impacts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bhakra Dam (Himachal Pradesh): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constructed on the Sutlej River, it is one of the world&#8217;s highest gravity dams, providing irrigation and hydroelectric power.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Idukki Dam (Kerala): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A double curvature arch dam in the Western Ghats, it plays a key role in hydroelectric power generation and water storage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tehri Dam (Uttarakhand):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Built on the Bhagirathi River, it is one of India&#8217;s tallest dams, supporting irrigation, hydroelectric power, and drinking water supply.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hirakud Dam (Odisha): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constructed on the Mahanadi River, it is the world&#8217;s longest earthen dam, aiding flood control, irrigation, power generation, and navigation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Koyna Dam (Maharashtra):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A major hydroelectric project on the Koyna River, contributing significantly to Maharashtra\u2019s power supply.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mettur Dam (Tamil Nadu): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built on the Cauvery River, it is crucial for irrigation in the delta region, drinking water supply, and hydroelectric power generation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rihand Dam (Uttar Pradesh): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The largest dam in Uttar Pradesh, situated on the Rihand River, supporting irrigation, power generation, and water flow regulation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Indira Sagar Dam (Madhya Pradesh): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located on the Narmada River, it holds one of India&#8217;s largest reservoirs, aiding irrigation, power generation, and drinking water supply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; 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width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>List of Major Dams in India State-wise<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India has numerous dams that are vital for irrigation, water supply, hydroelectric power generation, and flood control. The country&#8217;s varied topography has enabled dam construction across different states, supporting agricultural and industrial growth. Below is a state-wise list of major dams in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>State<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Major Dams<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Andhra Pradesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, Srisailam Dam, Pulichintala Dam, Somasila Dam, Prakasam Barrage<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Arunachal Pradesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subansiri Lower Dam, Dibang Dam, Ranganadi Dam, Kameng Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Assam<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Karbi Langpi Dam, Kopili Dam, Subansiri Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Bihar<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koshi Barrage, Farakka Barrage, Supaul Barrage, Bagmati Barrage<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Chhattisgarh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indravati Dam, Hasdeo Bango Dam, Dudhawa Dam, Murrum Silli Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Gujarat<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sardar Sarovar Dam, Ukai Dam, Dantiwada Dam, Kadana Dam, Dharoi Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Himachal Pradesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhakra Dam, Pandoh Dam, Chamera Dam, Nathpa Jhakri Dam, Pong Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Jammu and Kashmir<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baglihar Dam, Salal Dam, Uri-II Dam, Dulhasti Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Karnataka<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almatti Dam, Tungabhadra Dam, Krishnarajasagar Dam, Linganamakki Dam, Supa Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Kerala<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Idukki Dam, Mullaperiyar Dam, Malampuzha Dam, Periyar Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Madhya Pradesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bargi Dam, Indira Sagar Dam, Omkareshwar Dam, Tawa Dam, Gandhi Sagar Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Maharashtra<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koyna Dam, Jayakwadi Dam, Bhandardara Dam, Wilson Dam, Vaitarna Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Odisha<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hirakud Dam, Rengali Dam, Upper Kolab Dam, Mandira Dam, Balimela Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Punjab<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhakra Dam, Ranjit Sagar Dam, Harike Barrage, Hussainiwala Barrage<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rajasthan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rana Pratap Sagar Dam, Jawai Dam, Mahi Dam, Bisalpur Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Tamil Nadu<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mettur Dam, Mullaperiyar Dam, Vaigai Dam, Parambikulam Aliyar Project (PAP) Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Telangana<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, Srisailam Dam, Sriram Sagar Dam, Singur Dam, Lower Manair Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Uttar Pradesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tehri Dam, Rihand Dam, Matatila Dam, Kanpur Barrage, Obra Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Uttarakhand<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tehri Dam, Ramganga Dam, Dharasu Dam, Maneri Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>West Bengal<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farakka Barrage, Maithon Dam, Panchet Dam, Tilaiya Dam, Konar Dam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Role of Dams in India<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India&#8217;s major dams significantly contribute to resource management, energy generation, and regional development, benefiting both people and the environment. Dams are essential for India\u2019s water management and development, offering multiple benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Supply: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dams ensure a steady water supply for domestic, industrial, and irrigation needs by storing monsoon water and releasing it during dry periods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hydroelectric Power:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many dams in India generate electricity by harnessing flowing water, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and meeting energy demands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>River Navigation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By regulating water flow, dams maintain navigable channels, improving inland water transport, trade, and connectivity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recreation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Reservoirs serve as tourist spots, supporting activities like fishing and boating, which boost local economies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flood Control:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dams help prevent flooding by storing excess water and releasing it gradually, protecting downstream areas from damage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dams in India are essential for <\/span><b>water conservation, irrigation, energy production, and flood control<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. From the <\/span><b>oldest Kallanai Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the <\/span><b>largest Tehri Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, each structure contributes to the nation\u2019s progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By understanding their <\/span><b>importance and types<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we can appreciate their role in <\/span><b>sustainable development and resource management<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you preparing for UPSC 2025? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Dams in India FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-1872 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-1872.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1872.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1872.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1872.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1872.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1742387240\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1872\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18720\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18720\" aria-controls=\"collapse18720\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Which is the first dam in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse18720\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1872\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18720\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The first dam in India is the Kallanai Dam, also known as the Grand Anicut, built across the Kaveri River in Tamil Nadu by King Karikalan around the 2nd century CE.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18721\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18721\" aria-controls=\"collapse18721\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which is the highest dam in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18721\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1872\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18721\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The highest dam in India is the Tehri Dam in Uttarakhand, standing at a height of 260.5 meters. It is also one of the tallest dams in the world.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18722\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18722\" aria-controls=\"collapse18722\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which is the longest dam in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18722\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1872\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18722\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The longest dam in India is the Hirakud Dam in Odisha, stretching over 25.8 kilometers across the Mahanadi River.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18723\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18723\" aria-controls=\"collapse18723\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which state has the most dams?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18723\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1872\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18723\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maharashtra has the most dams in India, with over 2,000 large and small dams, including notable ones like Koyna and Jayakwadi.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18724\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18724\" aria-controls=\"collapse18724\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which is the largest reservoir in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18724\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1872\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18724\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The largest reservoir in India is the Indira Sagar Reservoir, formed by the Indira Sagar Dam on the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh, with a capacity of 12.22 billion cubic meters.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore Major Dams In India 2025 With State-Wise List, Types, Functions, And Their Role In Irrigation, Power Generation, And Flood Control. 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