Write any five objectives of multipurpose river valley projects.

Multipurpose river valley called so because they fulfil a variety of purpose. Five objectives of multipurpose river valley projects are as follows :

1. They can be used for irrigation and electricity generation.

2. They also supply water for use at domestic as well as international level.

3. Multi-purpose river valley projects can be used for fish breeding, flood control and inland navigation.

4. They provide water for industrial purposes.

5. They are used for recreation purpose.