Published: 12 March 2026Governance
NDSA Opens New Office in Delhi; Launches GIS-Based Dam Safety Portal
Union Minister C.R. Patil inaugurated a new office of the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) at West Block II, R.K. Puram, New Delhi. A revamped NDSA website featuring a Geographic Information System (GIS)-based 'Specified Dams' section was also launched, providing a map-based interface with key information on dams across India.
India has over 6,000 large dams, making dam safety a critical concern. The NDSA was established under the Dam Safety Act, 2021 to implement national dam safety policies, recommend technical standards, and conduct investigations into dam failures. The GIS section provides map-based dam information, while NETRA and Rashtriya Bandh Suraksha Darpan support faster review of dam-safety data and improved risk assessment.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the NDSA NETRA system for dam safety launched in India?
**NETRA (NDSA Engine for Tracking and Review using AI)** is an AI-enabled platform launched by the **National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA)** for monitoring dams under the **Dam Safety Act, 2021**. It monitors over **6,600 specified dams** across India.
What digital platforms did NDSA launch for monitoring India's 6,600+ dams?
**NDSA** launched three platforms under the **Dam Safety Act, 2021**: **(1) NETRA** — AI-enabled tracking system, **(2) NDSA website** with GIS-based dam mapping, and **(3) Rashtriya Bandh Suraksha Darpan** — a dam break analysis visualisation platform.
What is the Rashtriya Bandh Suraksha Darpan platform launched by NDSA?
**Rashtriya Bandh Suraksha Darpan** is a visualisation platform launched by **NDSA** for **dam break analysis**, helping authorities assess downstream risks. It is one of three digital tools launched alongside **NETRA** and a GIS-based dam dashboard for India's **6,600+ dams**.
Who inaugurated the NDSA office and NETRA dam safety system?
Union **Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil** inaugurated the **NDSA (National Dam Safety Authority)** office at **R.K. Puram, New Delhi** and launched three digital platforms including **NETRA** (AI-enabled dam monitoring) under the **Dam Safety Act, 2021**.
What is the Dam Safety Act 2021 and how does NDSA NETRA support it?
The **Dam Safety Act, 2021** mandates surveillance and maintenance of India's **6,600+ specified dams**. **NDSA's NETRA** (AI-enabled platform) and GIS-based dashboard support this Act by providing real-time AI-powered tracking and visualisation of dam safety data.
