Varasgaon Dam | |
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Official name | Varasgaon Dam |
Location | Pune District, Maharashtra, India |
Coordinates | 18°23′13″N 73°36′45″E / 18.38694°N 73.61250°E |
Dam and spillways | |
Impounds | Mutha River |
Varasgaon is a dam on the MOSI RIVER which supplies water to city of Pune, Maharashtra, India. It is also called Veer Baaji Pasalkar Dam. It is one of the three major dams which provide water to Pune city. It is located around 40 km from Pune city. The Panshet Dam is nearby, and together both have become a popular picnic spots.
During the monsoon or just after monsoon the hills around are lush green with plenty of waterfalls. Water sports are also played in this dam.