Naidu orders ₹35,000 crore priority projects to complete Polavaram by March next year
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Irrigation infrastructure and water security: a GS3 case study on large-scale project management.
Why in news
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu directed the Water Resources Department to expedite the Polavaram project and allocate ₹35,000 crore for priority water projects in Andhra Pradesh.
Background
The Andhra Pradesh government has mandated the completion of the Polavaram project works by March 2027. The initiative includes a comprehensive water plan for drinking and industrial needs in Visakhapatnam and the expedited supply of the Polavaram Left Main Canal.
Facts for Prelims
- PlacePolavaram project: A major irrigation project located in Andhra Pradesh
- Fact₹35,000 crore: Budget allocated for priority water projects in Andhra Pradesh
- FactMarch 2027: Deadline set for the completion of Polavaram project works
Prelims practice question
Which city in Andhra Pradesh is included in the comprehensive water plan for drinking and industrial needs under the new mandate?
- (a)Vijayawada
- (b)Visakhapatnam
- (c)Nellore
- (d)Guntur
Show answer
Answer: (b) Visakhapatnam — The initiative includes a comprehensive water plan for drinking and industrial needs in Visakhapatnam.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of large-scale irrigation projects like Polavaram in ensuring water security and industrial growth in drought-prone regions of India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state water sharing: Legal and logistical complexities of multi-state irrigation projects
- Industrial-Agrarian balance: Balancing water allocation between manufacturing hubs like Visakhapatnam and agricultural irrigation needs
Keywords: Water Security · Irrigation Infrastructure · Industrial Water Demand · Project Management · Rural Development
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