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Water Body Restoration and Dam Rehabilitation under PMKSY and DRIP
Context
The Government of India has released ?545.35 crore under PMKSY-HKKP for restoring irrigation potential and water storage, and continues implementation of DRIP Phase II & III for dam safety.
Scheme Overview:
- The Repair, Renovation, and Restoration (RRR) of Water Bodies is a component under PMKSY–Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP). It aims to improve irrigation efficiency by rejuvenating defunct or underutilised water bodies.
Key Interventions Covered:
- Desilting, repairing conveyance systems, bund strengthening, weir/sluice repairs, catchment treatment, soil erosion control, and command area development are eligible for Central Assistance.
Externally Aided Scheme – DRIP (Phase II & III):
- Implemented to enhance dam safety and operational efficiency.
- Includes rehabilitation, emergency action planning, and institutional strengthening.
- Provision for need-based de-siltation exists, although no separate fund is earmarked for it.
- Funded jointly by World Bank and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
- Targets 19 States and 3 Central Agencies.
- Scheme timeline extends until March 2031.
Significance in Climate Adaptation and Water Security:
These schemes contribute to drought resilience, reduce dependency on groundwater, and align with India’s Jal Shakti Abhiyan and water-use efficiency targets under SDG 6.More Articles
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