Kalpasar Project: Gulf of Khambhat

The Kalpasar Project, also known as the Gulf of Khambhat Development Project, is a proposed multipurpose water-resource project in Gujarat.

It envisages creating a large freshwater reservoir by constructing a dam across the Gulf of Khambhat.

The project has been associated with:

  • Freshwater storage

  • Irrigation

  • Drinking-water supply

  • Industrial water

  • Flood management

  • Transportation/connectivity possibilities.

The DPR was reported to be at an advanced stage of finalisation in 2026.

Key Pointers

  • State → Gujarat

  • Location → Gulf of Khambhat

  • Type → Multipurpose water infrastructure.

  • Related geographical feature → Gulf of Khambhat/Cambay

  • Important for → Water security and irrigation.