The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) plans to begin work in October
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Urban infrastructure and water security: a GS3 case study on municipal governance and sustainable development.
Why in news
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) announced plans to start a ₹725.18-crore project in October to provide 24x7 Godavari water supply to Madhurawada.
Background
The project involves an interconnected pipeline transporting water from Yeleru to Mudasarlova reservoir via KBR and Meghadrigedda. It is funded through a Centre’s Urban Challenge Fund grant, GVMC contribution, and a term loan.
Facts for Prelims
- FactProject cost: ₹725.18 crore
- PlaceMadhurawada: Location targeted for 24x7 Godavari water supply
- PlaceYeleru, KBR, and Meghadrigedda: Key points in the water transport pipeline
- FactExpected completion: April 2029
- SchemeCentre’s Urban Challenge Fund: Source of funding for the water project
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Godavari water supply project in Visakhapatnam, consider the following statements:
- The project aims to provide 24x7 water supply to the Madhurawada area.
- The water transport pipeline involves points such as Yeleru, KBR, and Meghadrigedda.
- The project is funded exclusively through a term loan without any government grants.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)2 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: It is funded through a Centre’s Urban Challenge Fund grant, GVMC contribution, and a term loan.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of urban water management in supporting rapid industrial and residential development in coastal cities like Visakhapatnam.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Addressing chronic water shortages in rapidly expanding urban corridors
- Fiscal federalism: Utilization of Central Urban Challenge Fund for municipal infrastructure
Keywords: Urban Infrastructure · Water Security · Municipal Governance · Sustainable Development
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