About Us
Global "Gurukul" of River Science
- The Center for Mahanadi River Basin Management and Studies (cMahanadi) is a Brain Trust dedicated to River Science and River Basin Management. Established in 2024 by NIT Raipur and NIT Rourkela, under the supervision of cGanga at IIT Kanpur, the center serves as a knowledge wing of the National River Conservation Directorate (NRCD). cMahanadi is committed to restoring and conserving the Mahanadi River and its resources through the collation of information and knowledge, research and development, planning, monitoring, education, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. The CAMP (Condition Assessment and Management Plan) for the Mahanadi River Basin is a multi-disciplinary venture involving four departments, fifteen esteemed members, and many more stakeholders (state and centre).
- The CAMP (Condition Assessment and Management Plan) for the Mahanadi River Basin is a testament to our collective effort to drive meaningful change and create lasting impact. Our commitment to excellence and perseverance will be instrumental in overcoming the challenges.
Prospectus
The Centre for Mahanadi River Basin Management Studies is a collaborative endeavour focused on mitigating the pressing environmental issues affecting the Mahanadi River Basin. We are dedicated to advancing sustainable management and conservation practices within the states of Chhattisgarh and Odisha. Established through a Memorandum of Agreement between Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India (through National River Conservation Directorate), IIT Kanpur, and a consortium of NIT Raipur and NIT Rourkela, we strive to create comprehensive management strategies aimed at restoring and safeguarding the ecological integrity of the Mahanadi River and its tributary systems
Charter
The charter at the Centre for Mahanadi River Basin Management Studies outlines the core responsibilities and objectives of our consortium, which are:
- Preparing the Mahanadi River Basin Management Plan..
- 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 Mahanadi River Basin Management Studies is to rehabilitate the Mahanadi River Basin’s ecological integrity and promote the sustainable utilization of its resources. We are committed to protecting the river’s natural ecosystems, taking into account the following fundamental riverine characteristics:
