PONG DAM
Khatiyar, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India
The Pong Dam, also known as the Beas Dam, is an Earth-fill embankment dam on the Beas River in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India, just upstream of Talwara. The purpose of the dam is water storage for irrigation and Hydroelectric power generation. As the second phase of the Beas Project, construction on the dam began in 1961 and was completed in 1974. At the time of its completion, the Pong Dam was the tallest of its type in India. The lake created by the dam, Maharana Pratap Sagar, became a renowned bird sanctuary. The idea for a dam on the Beas at the Pong site was first proposed in 1926 and subsequent surveys of the Indus River and its tributaries were ordered by the Punjab Government in 1927. Interest in the dam declined after the report deemed the project difficult because of flood waters. In 1955, geological and hydrological studies were carried out on the Pong site and an embankment design was recommended.
Suggested time duration
2 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to June
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 08:30 AM | 05:30 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Talwara Bus Stand |
8 KM | 9418000529 |
 Nagrota Suriyan Railway Station |
56 KM | 139 |
 Pathankot Airport |
64 KM | 01862100044 |
What to Carry
- Take Water Bottles and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Khatiyar | 2 KM |
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Trek is sited at an elevation of 3300 meters
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