Who was the key pioneer behind the establishment of India's first multipurpose river valley project, Damodar Valley Corporation?

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Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) was established in 1948 as India’s first multipurpose river valley project, inspired by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Astrophysicist Prof. Meghnad Saha was a key pioneer. DVC operates mainly in West Bengal and Jharkhand, managing flood control, power generation, and irrigation.

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Prof. Meghnad Saha Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) was established in 1948 as India’s first multipurpose river valley project, inspired by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Astrophysicist Prof. Meghnad Saha was a key pioneer. DVC operates mainly in West Bengal and Jharkhand, managing flood control, power generation, and irrigation.

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