Question : CONSTRUCTION OF DAMS



(a) whether many dams in the country lack sledging facilities;

(b) if so, the details thereof and reasons for not providing that facilities at the time of construction;

(c) whether complaints have been received regarding problems being faced in management and maintenance of dams due to lack of such facilities; and

(d) if so, the details thereof and steps taken by the Government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES(SHRI JAI PRAKASH NARAYAN YADAV)

(a). `Sledging facilities` do not constitute a component of design, management or maintenance of dams in India.

(b) to (d) Do not arise.