#Krishna Basin Irrigation Developments

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Key Highlights of Telangana Irrigation Projects 2024-25

Introduction:

The Telangana government has unveiled an ambitious Rs 10,820 crore plan for the fiscal year 2024-25, focusing on various irrigation projects across the Godavari and Krishna basins. This comprehensive plan, announced by Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy, aims to create new irrigation potential and stabilize existing infrastructure, thereby enhancing agricultural productivity in the state. Telangana Irrigation Projects With significant capital investment allocated in the financial budget, the government is poised to address both immediate and long-term irrigation needs, ensuring sustainable water management and support for the farming community.

The Telangana government has outlined an ambitious Rs 10,820 crore plan for various irrigation projects in the fiscal year 2024-25, aiming to boost agricultural productivity by creating new irrigation potential and stabilizing existing infrastructure.

Comprehensive Plan for Irrigation:

On Sunday, July 28, Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy announced the state’s detailed expenditure plan focused on irrigation projects across the Godavari and Krishna basins. During a review meeting with advisors, secretaries, and senior officials, Reddy emphasized the critical role of the irrigation sector in the state’s development.

Focus on the Irrigation Sector:

Uttam Kumar Reddy highlighted that the irrigation sector has received significant attention in the financial budget, with a capital investment of Rs 10,820 crores. He also addressed potential flooding issues during the rainy season, stressing the importance of precautions for reservoirs and tanks.

The government aims to create an additional 30 lakh acres of ayacut in Telangana over the next five years, marking a new era in the state’s irrigation sector. This initiative is set to benefit farmers and the public substantially.

Ensuring Adequate Funding:

Reddy reviewed the progress of priority projects and measures to expedite work. He assured that there would be no shortage of funds for these projects, with adequate allocation for the irrigation department. He stressed the importance of completing field-level work on time and adhering to targets, warning that negligence would not be tolerated.

Godavari Basin Projects:

Project Name

Fund Allocation (Rs Crores)

New Ayacut (Acres)

Stabilized Ayacut (Acres)

Chinna Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (LIS)

183.96

12,267

–

Modikunta Vagu Project

163.08

–

–

Lower Penganga (including Chanka Korata LIS)

147.23

27,794

–

Sripada Yellampally LIS

545.95

41,000

–

JCR DLIS Project

512.18

132,012

–

Sita Rama LIS

1,487.31

118,933

111,818

Total

3,039.71

332,006

111,818

Note: The “Stabilized Ayacut” refers to the areas where existing irrigation infrastructure is enhanced and stabilized.

Krishna Basin Projects:

Project Name

Fund Allocation (Rs Crores)

New Ayacut (Acres)

Koil Sagar LIS

121.56

3,078

RBLIS Project

127.34

21,692

JNLI Project

67.88

35,000

Kalwakurthy LIS Project

489.16

134,994

Dindi LIS

1,881.1

8,000

Total

2,687.04

202,764

Kaleshwaram and Associated Projects:

Project Name

Fund Allocation (Rs Crores)

New Ayacut (Acres)

Kaleshwaram Project (12 projects)

7,406.43

5,85,000

Narayanpet-Kodangal Lift Irrigation Scheme

1,000

–

Palamuru Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Project

6,130.53

– (expected after March 31, 2026)

Total

14,536.96

5,85,000

Note: The Narayanpet-Kodangal and Palamuru Rangareddy projects are focused on land acquisition and related works, with the latter’s ayacut expected to be realized after March 31, 2026.

Conclusion:

The Telangana government’s Rs 10,820 crore plan for irrigation projects in 2024-25 marks a significant step towards bolstering the state’s agricultural infrastructure. The plan aims to provide substantial benefits to farmers and the public by creating new irrigation potential and stabilizing existing systems. Despite criticism from previous administrations, the current government’s commitment to transparency, timely project completion, and responsible resource management highlights its dedication to fostering sustainable agricultural growth. This comprehensive approach is expected to usher in Telangana’s farming sector’s new era of prosperity, ensuring long-term food security and economic stability.