Bhubaneswar: A significant discussion over the safety of the Hirakud Dam took place in the Odisha Assembly on Thursday as Deputy Leader of Opposition Prasanna Acharya voiced concern in this regard during the Zero Hour.

Acharya said last year’s assessment indicated a 27 per cent reduction in the reservoir’s water-holding capacity. He said heavy silt has accumulated in the dam and inadequate maintenance could pose a major threat to both the state and the country in the coming years.

He also criticised the decision to allocate land near the reservoir to companies for large hotel projects. Such developments, he said, ignored the safety needs of one of the country’s most important dams.

Revenue and Disaster Management Minister's response

Responding to the concerns, Revenue and Disaste

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