The Naraj Barrage is a beautiful place built on the Kathjodi River and is 15 km from Cuttack. Kathjodi emanates here from the river Mahanadi. There is a Shiva temple named Sidheswar near the Naraj Dam. Once upon a time, it was famous for Buddhist culture. Buddhist culture is also found here as a symbol of Buddhism. The place is extremely valued for its scenic beauty attracts people to the river Mahanadi. The Naraj Barrage is a tourist attraction in Cuttack, Odisha
The Naraj barrage plays a significant role in water management, particularly in flood control and irrigation, and is part of the larger Mahanadi delta irrigation system. It is also designed to control the flow of water in the river, especially during the monsoon season, to prevent flooding in low-lying areas. The Naraj Barrage affects the natural flow of the river and has impacts on the local ecosystems including the wetlands and biodiversity in the Mahanadi delta.
