About Us

Narmada Samagra is a non-profit, voluntary organization founded in 2008, registered under the Madhya Pradesh Public Trust Act. Over the past 16 years, we have been at the forefront of river conservation, environmental advocacy, and community empowerment. We are proud recipients of the Madhya Pradesh Gaurav Samman in recognition of our efforts in Environment and Water Conservation.

Narmada Samagra works on two fronts: advocacy and awareness-building. We engage communities through ground-level initiatives, events, and forums to raise awareness and promote eco-friendly practices. Our efforts also extend to regional, national, and international platforms, where we educate and advocate for the river’s protection. We seek to bring together public and private partners—government bodies, NGOs, academic institutions, and industry professionals—to collaborate on safeguarding the river.

Our Vision and Mission

Narmada Samagra envisages the pristine Narmada River, free from pollution, flourishing and vibrant, supporting both its diverse ecosystems and the communities that depend on it.

Pollution free Narmada
To increase the available water wealth of Narmada
Check soil erosion in watersheds, catchment areas and banks
Development of catchment areas of Narmada and its tributaries
Development of Narmada region as a spiritual domain and not merely a place of amusement or tourism
To gather public and private partners engaged in water resources management and protection in India and the world
To restore and protect Narmada and defend the rights of communities that depend on it

Who We Are?

Our Founder

Late Shri Anil Madhav Dave (1956 - 2017)

Founder of the organization, a devoted conservationist who dedicated his life to the Narmada River and served as Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change.

Late Shri Amritlal Vegad (1928 - 2018)

A noted Gandhian and Shanti Niketan alumnus, he was a regular Narmada Parikramavasi, an acclaimed writer awarded the Gyanpeeth, a skilled artist, orator, and trustee of Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal.