Union Cabinet clears Dam Safety Bill

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet Wednesday cleared the Dam Safety Bill 2019, which aims to address all issues concerning safety of dams, including regular inspection, emergency action plan and comprehensive safety review.

The bill also lays onus of dam safety on the dam owner and provides for penal provisions for commission and omission of certain acts.

The legislation will help the states and Union territories to adopt uniform dam safety procedures. The bill will also help in safeguarding human life, livestock and property. Under the proposed law, a national committee on dam safety will be set up to evolve dam safety policies and recommend necessary regulations.