Impact of bargi dam on groundwater recharge and agricultural productivity in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: A comprehensive review

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Large dams play a pivotal role in India’s water resource management, influencing irrigation, hydropower, and socio economic development. The Bargi Dam, built on the Narmada River in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, is one of the earliest projects completed under the Narmada Valley Development Authority. Its impacts on groundwater recharge and agricultural productivity have been profound, with both positive and negative outcomes. Enhanced infiltration from canal irrigation has raised groundwater tables, supporting wells and tube wells in command areas. At the same time, waterlogging and soil salinity have emerged as challenges, affecting crop yields and long term sustainability. This review synthesises available literature on hydrological changes, agricultural productivity, socio economic transformations, and environmental concerns associated with Bargi Dam, while highlighting policy and management strategies for sustainable water use in the region.

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