Sabarmati River, Gujarat

Originating from the Dhebar Lake within the Aravalli Range areas in Rajasthan State, Sabarmati River is a major westward flowing river of Gujarat State. The Wakal River and the Sei Nadi, which also originate within the Aravalli Range flow parallel to the Sabarmati for a while before joining Sabarmati in Gujarat. Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, most prominent commercial and political capitals of Gujarat State, are located alongside the banks of the Sabarmati River. This silent river is also associated with India's independence struggle and Mahatma Gandhi who set up his Sabarmati Ashram on the banks of Sabarmati River.

Dams & Projects on Sabarmati River

Several major projects and dams are constructed on the Sabarmati River. These include

Dams: Sei Dam, Harnav Dam, Harnav Weir, Dharoi Dam, Hathmati Dam, Hathmati Weir & Guhai Dam.

Projects: Watrak Project & Kalpsar Project

The DHAROI DAM was constructed in 1978 and covers the upper sub-basin and catchment areas of the Sabarmati River. Most parts of these areas are located in Rajasthan State, while about 2,640 square kilometers are in Gujarat State.

Riverfront Development Project at Ahmadabad

A local initiative organized by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation includes several developmental activities on the city banks. However, it ran into several hurdles, one of which has been due to the Sabarmati River changing status from a seasonal to a perennial river after accessing Narmada waters from the Sardar Sarovar project. Nevertheless, works are in progress and design changes have been incorporated.