Why are States unhappy with Dam Safety Bill?
Context The Dam Safety Bill, aimed at developing uniform safety procedures for all dams across the country, has been introduced in the Lok Sabha for the third time. It was first…
Dam Safety Bill
Context: Central Water Commission (CWC) maintains the National Register of Large Dams (NRLD) based on information received from the State Governments. As per NRLD, there are 5264 large dams completed…
Dam Safety Bill, 2018
Context of the Bill: The Bill provides for proper surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of all specified dams in the country to ensure their safe functioning. The Bill provides for…
Dam Safety Bill, 2018
Context: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the proposal for introduction of Dam Safety Bill, 2018 in the Parliament. Benefits: It will help all the States…