Over 7000 tanks will be rejuvenated in Vizianagaram district under Jala Dhara-Jala Harati programme
The Jala Dhara-Jala Harati programme aims to rejuvenate 7062 tanks in Vizianagaram district to enhance groundwater and irrigation. Officials have been directed to complete necessary works within a few months to ensure effective rainwater storage for the Kharif season. The initiative also includes the development of 4801 canals to support the agricultural sector in the region.
- ▪7062 tanks will be rejuvenated under the Jala Dhara-Jala Harati programme.
- ▪The programme aims to improve groundwater and provide adequate irrigation water.
- ▪Officials are required to submit weekly progress reports on the works.
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As many as 7062 tanks will be rejuvenated under Jala Dhara-Jala Harathi programme, which was launched to improve groundwater and provide adequate water for irrigation needs in Vizianagaram district.Collector S. Ramsundar Reddy and Joint Collector S.Sedhu Madhavan directed officials of the District Water Management Agency to identify works such as strengthening of bunds, removal of silt and connectivity among the tanks and others.The works needed to be completed within a couple of months so that the rain water could be stored adequately to benefit farmers during Kharif season.The government will also focus on development of 4801 canals in the district as part of this programme. Mr.
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