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Narmada River
Madhya Pradesh, India
Why in news
Jul 2026
The Sleemanabad Tunnel project was proposed to connect the Narmada and Son river basins for water transfer.
Key facts
- The Sleemanabad Tunnel was proposed to link the Narmada and Son basins for water transfer.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its origin, the states or countries it flows through, and tributaries.
Mains
Mains (GS-1/GS-3): inter-state water disputes and river interlinking debates.
Asked in UPSC
2022, 2017, 2013, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2003, 1999
Frequently asked questions
Why is Narmada River in the news?
Jul 2026: The Sleemanabad Tunnel project was proposed to connect the Narmada and Son river basins for water transfer.
Why is Narmada River important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its origin, the states or countries it flows through, and tributaries. Mains (GS-1/GS-3): inter-state water disputes and river interlinking debates.
Last updated: 2026-10-09