Standing by the Polgolla Dam, also known as the Polgolla Barrage, I felt an overwhelming admiration for this massive hydroelectric structure that plays a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s energy and water management. Located in the Central Province, the dam harnesses the mighty Mahaweli River, the longest river in Sri Lanka, to generate power, manage irrigation, and sustain local communities. A Journey Through History and Engineering Excellence Learning about the history of Polgolla Dam was just as fascinating as witnessing it firsthand. Built in the early 1970s as part of the ambitious Mahaweli Development Programme, this project aimed to boost agriculture and…