With reference to the modernization of Godavari irrigation drains in Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. Approximately 44 TMC of groundwater was improved during the event. 2. A compensation of ₹18,000 is provided for damaged crops per hectare. 3. The government allocated ₹3,000 crore for modernising irrigation drains to mitigate crop inundation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Naidu announces ₹3,000 crore to modernise Godavari irrigation drains against crop inundation

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Cropping patterns & irrigation· Prelims· 31 October 2026

Climate resilience and disaster management in agriculture: a GS3 case study on infrastructure and compensation.

Why in news

Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu announced a ₹3,000 crore modernization plan for Godavari irrigation drains to mitigate crop inundation following Cyclone Arnab.

Background

The Andhra Pradesh government pledged ₹5 lakh ex gratia for deaths, ₹25,000 per hectare for damaged crops, and ₹18,000 for aquaculture ponds. During the event, 4.68 TMC of rainwater was diverted to reservoirs, and groundwater improved by approximately 44 TMC.

Facts for Prelims

Fact₹3,000 crore allocated for modernising irrigation drains in the Godavari region
Fact₹25,000 per hectare provided as compensation for damaged crops
Fact₹18,000 compensation provided for aquaculture ponds
Fact4.68 TMC of rainwater diverted to reservoirs during Cyclone Arnab
FactGroundwater improved by approximately 44 TMC

Prelims practice question

With reference to the modernization of Godavari irrigation drains in Andhra Pradesh, consider the following statements:

Approximately 44 TMC of groundwater was improved during the event.
A compensation of ₹18,000 is provided for damaged crops per hectare.
The government allocated ₹3,000 crore for modernising irrigation drains to mitigate crop inundation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states ₹25,000 per hectare is for damaged crops, while ₹18,000 is for aquaculture ponds.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the importance of modernizing irrigation infrastructure in coastal states to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events on agricultural productivity.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Infrastructure gap: Inadequate drainage systems leading to prolonged crop inundation in deltaic regions
Climate adaptation: Balancing surface water diversion with groundwater recharge during extreme rainfall events

Keywords: Climate Resilience · Irrigation Infrastructure · Disaster Mitigation · Agricultural Compensation · Water Management

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