The key roles of RBOs in meeting their objectives are:
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Ensure coordination among various government institutions at the national, state, district and local levels;
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Provide mechanisms for dialogue between different stakeholders sharing the benefits and concerns related to the basin;
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Ensure enhanced stakeholder participation in planning, implementation and evaluation of activities;
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Facilitate sharing of information and knowledge and capacity-building of key stakeholders.