Dam induced development- a study of Mahi Bajaj Sagar project in Banswara, Rajasthan (India)

The present research study elucidates on some socio-economic implications of Mahi dam project in the tribal district Banswara of Rajasthan (India). The dam induced impact should be assessed and addressed accordingly for the development of the larger marginalised groups like tribal population of India.  The research study carried out with the indigenous Adivasi people Bheel, Meena, Maida, Charpota, Garasia and Kataria tribes of dam irrigated areas that are in the process of witnessing later effect of dam construction. Sum of 60 cases were taken purposively in the form of in-depth interviews, questionnaires and historical narratives. Researcher also conducted two FGD’s to explore more variable of social determinants of development in the region as post effect of dam construction. The paper also contributes the field notes and observations taken from the study area.