Multiple choice Name the first river valley project started in free India. Bhakra Nangal Project Ramganga Multipurpose Project Thein Dam Project Damodar River Valley project Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation The Damodar River Valley Corporation (DRVC) was established in 1948, making it India's first major multipurpose river valley project after independence. While Bhakra-Nangal is more famous, it began later (1948 foundation, completion in 1963).