Damodar Valley Corporation operates:

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) thermal power stations.
· The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) operates thermal power stations and hydroelectric power plants in the Damodar River basin area, primarily serving the states of West Bengal and Jharkhand.
· Established in 1948, DVC is one of India’s oldest multipurpose river valley projects aimed at flood control, irrigation, and power generation.
· DVC primarily focuses on generating electricity through thermal power, with several coal-based thermal power plants in its portfolio.
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· DVC is also involved in activities related to water supply for industrial and domestic use, managing soil conservation, and promoting afforestation in the Damodar Valley.
· Thermal power stations use coal, gas, or other fossil fuels to produce heat, which then drives turbines connected to electricity generators.
· DVC’s power stations are critical in supplying electricity to eastern India, contributing significantly to the region's industrial and economic growth.