Managing Narmada Resources for Sustainable Development
The Narmada Control Authority (NCA) is an inter-state administrative authority established by the Government of India to implement the decisions of the Narmada Water Disputes Tribunal (NWDT) and oversee the development, regulation, and management of the Narmada River projects. The authority functions under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, and plays a crucial role in coordinating among the states of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan regarding water sharing, irrigation, hydropower generation, rehabilitation, and environmental compliance.
Headquartered in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, NCA monitors the operation of major projects on the Narmada River, including the Sardar Sarovar Project and Indira Sagar Project. The authority ensures optimal utilization of water resources, dam safety, environmental protection, resettlement and rehabilitation of affected families, and sustainable river basin development.
NCA provides a professional and technically advanced work environment for engineers, hydrologists, environmental specialists, researchers, administrators, project managers, and policy professionals working in the fields of water resources management and infrastructure development.