Chambal aqueduct set to facilitate water supply from river link project in Rajasthan
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Why in news
The Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh governments signed an MoU to implement the Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal link project to address water scarcity.
Background
The project involves a new 2.3-km aqueduct on the Chambal river to transport water from the Navnera barrage on Kalisindh. It aims to provide drinking and irrigation water to 17 districts, serving a population of 3.25 crore people.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal link project has an overall estimated cost of ₹90,000 crore.
- FactThe specific Chambal aqueduct construction began in May 2025 and is slated for completion by June 2028.
- FactThe project aims to supply water to 17 districts in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
- PlaceNavnera barrage is located on the Kalisindh river.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of inter-state river linking projects in addressing water scarcity and ensuring agricultural sustainability in arid regions of India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state cooperation: Balancing water-sharing rights between Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
- Infrastructure bottleneck: High capital intensity of aqueduct construction vs. localized water conservation
- Ecological impact: Potential alteration of downstream flow and biodiversity in the Chambal river basin
Keywords: Inter-state cooperation · Water scarcity · Irrigation infrastructure · River linking · Sustainable water management
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