The Ministry of Jal Shakti announced on 29 October 2026 that the Review Committee for Narmada Control Authority (RCNCA) has adopted a Memorandum of Agreement and the opinion of the Attorney General for India. This decision establishes a one-time settlement for pending inter-State dues, claims, and financial liabilities related to the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Project. The agreement involves the states of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra. Outstanding dues for NWDT Award Projects are to be paid within the 2026-27 financial year.
Key points
- One-time settlement of pending inter-State dues for the Sardar Sarovar Project
- Agreement involves four states: Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra
- Outstanding dues for NWDT Award Projects to be paid within Financial Year 2026-27
When it applies
- 15th meeting of the Review Committee for Narmada Control Authority (RCNCA)
- payment of outstanding dues of NWDT Award Projects
Who it affects
- States of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra
Refers to
- Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signed on 7 th July, 2026