Central Act

The Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956

An Act to provide for the adjudication of disputes relating to waters of inter-State rivers and river valleys.

Act number33 of 1956
Enacted1956-08-28
In force from1956-08-28
MinistryMinistry of Jal Shaktri
DepartmentDepartment of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation
Sections17
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When did the The Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 come into force?

It came into force on 1956-08-28, having been enacted on 1956-08-28.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Jal Shaktri (Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation).

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