Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam located on the Sutlej River in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Completed in 1963, it stands 226 meters tall and is one of the highest dams in India. The dam creates the Bhakra Reservoir, which is crucial for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation, supporting agriculture in the region. The dam is a key component of the Bhakra-Nangal Project, which aims to manage water resources in northern India. It provides water for irrigation to millions of acres of farmland and generates significant electricity, contributing to the region's economic development and energy needs.