About Us
Global "Gurukul" of River Science
The Centre for Narmada River Basin Management (cNARMADA), initiated by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, aims to study the Condition Assessment and Management Plan (CAMP) for the Narmada River basin. The study is conducted jointly by IIT Gandhinagar and IIT Indore (consortium institutes) and the progress is monitored by cGanga at IIT Kanpur. The project’s main objective is to develop an integrated river basin management plan for the restoration and conservation of the wholesomeness of the river by improving its ecological health substantially, which has been significantly affected by the competing human demands for river resource uses in the entire river basin. This entails the assessment of the existing conditions of the river and preparing a road map for comprehensive rejuvenation and conservation of the riverine ecosystems by analysing anthropogenic impacts on them in detail. The studies and management plan are to enable the rivers to perform their essential and desirable functions, concentrating on five pillars:
● Continuous River Flow (Aviral Dhara),
● Unpolluted River Flow (Nirmal Dhara),
● Longitudinal and Lateral Connectivity,
● Adequate Space for all Essential River Functions
● Functioning of the River as an Ecological Entity
Prospectus
The Centre for Narmada River Basin Management Studies is a collaborative initiative dedicated to addressing the critical environmental challenges faced by the Narmada River Basin. We are committed to promoting sustainable management and conservation practices, particularly in the states of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. Established through a Memorandum of Agreement between the Ministry of Jal Shakti (Government of India), IIT Kanpur, and a consortium of IIT Gandhinagar and IIT Indore, our mission is to develop comprehensive management plans that restore and preserve the ecological health of the Narmada River and its tributaries.
Charter
The charter at the Centre for Narmada River Basin Management Studies outlines the core responsibilities and objectives of our consortium, which are:
- Preparing the Narmada River Basin Management Plan (NRBMP).
- Ensuring the plan’s effective implementation and dynamic evolution through strategic interventions.
- Developing action plans that integrate environmental, social, and economic considerations, with measurable outcomes to assess their impact on the river systems.
- Promoting inter-sectoral coordination for a comprehensive approach to river basin management.
- Facilitating stakeholder engagement and fostering an integrated approach to river restoration and conservation.
Vision
Our vision at the Centre for Narmada River Basin Management Studies is to restore the wholesomeness and ecological health of the Narmada River Basin while ensuring sustainable management of its resources. We are committed to preserving the natural ecosystems of the river and its tributaries by maintaining continuous and unpolluted water flows, protecting biodiversity, and supporting the socio-economic needs of the region through sustainable development practices
