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NDSA Community Awareness Programme on Dam Safety Held in Himachal Pradesh

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19 May 2026

The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) conducted a One-day Community Awareness Programme on Dam Safety at Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Project in Himachal Pradesh on May 19, 2026. The event aimed to enhance public knowledge, disaster readiness, and inter-agency collaboration concerning dam safety and emergency response. Key figures such as Shri Saurabh Agrawal and representatives from significant safety and disaster management organizations discussed the importance of informed communities, emergency preparedness, and coordinated responses. Highlights included presentations on the Dam Safety Act, 2021, technology in safety management, and outreach activities like awareness marches and educational plays, involving over 250 participants.

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Brahmaputra River Poised for Major Economic Boost Through Government Initiatives

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DFS Hosts Workshop on Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Amendment) Act, 2026