Naidu seeks swift proposals for ₹40,000-cr Purvodaya plan to spur irrigation and rural growth
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Why in news
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to prepare project proposals for the Purvodaya Scheme to spur irrigation and rural growth.
Background
The Purvodaya Scheme proposes a total investment of ₹40,000 crore, with ₹20,000 crore allocated for irrigation and ₹20,000 crore for infrastructure including new rural roads. The Polavaram–Nallamala Sagar linkage project aims to provide irrigation to 7 lakh acres and drinking water to 60 lakh people.
Facts for Prelims
- FactPurvodaya Scheme: Proposed total investment of ₹40,000 crore
- FactPurvodaya Scheme: ₹20,000 crore allocated for irrigation and ₹20,000 crore for infrastructure
- FactPolavaram–Nallamala Sagar linkage project: Target to provide irrigation to 7 lakh acres and drinking water to 60 lakh people
For Mains
Q. Discuss how integrated irrigation and rural infrastructure projects can drive rural economic growth and agricultural productivity in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure synergy: Linking irrigation expansion with rural road connectivity to reduce post-harvest logistics costs
- Water security: Balancing multi-purpose water usage for both agricultural irrigation and domestic drinking water needs
Keywords: Rural infrastructure · Irrigation projects · Horticulture expansion · Project proposal · Water security
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