Narmada Control Authority's 15th Review Committee approved the Attorney General's opinion and the Memorandum of Understanding dated July 7, 2026; approved the process for pending payments of NWDt award projects for FY 2026‑27.

Narmada Control Authority (NCA) Officially Recognises Attorney General’s Opinion and MoU Signed on 7 July 2026 in 15th Review Committee Meeting

The Attorney General’s opinion, which had played a pivotal role in resolving several water‑related disputes over the past few months, presented provisions necessary to strengthen transparency and legal validity within the NCA’s jurisdiction. The MoU outlines collaborative measures between the central and state governments to reinforce water resource management, reservoir protection, and regulatory frameworks for water use, holding strategic importance for the sustainable development of the Narmada River. The committee praised the document as a “milestone in the conservation and development of the nation’s water resources” and called on all stakeholders to cooperate in its implementation.

Additionally, the committee approved a detailed process to settle outstanding payments for NWDT (Narmada Water Development and Tariff) award projects in the fiscal year 2026‑27. This process includes clear specifications of payment standards, timelines, and monitoring mechanisms, ensuring that project teams receive the necessary funds on time and preventing implementation delays. This step is expected to accelerate innovative technological solutions for water management and realize anticipated improvements in water supply, irrigation, and flood control. Experts believe that the approval of this financial process will boost investor confidence and encourage more public‑private partnership models in the future.

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