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Hirakud Dam
The Hirakud Dam is the longest earthen dam in the world.
About this dam
Built
1947-1957
Purpose
Hydroelectric, Flood Control, Irrigation
River
Mahanadi River
Agency
Government of Odisha
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Communities displaced by this dam
(1)
Displaced by Hirakud Dam
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hirakud_Dam