Chandigarh, Nov. 6 – Haryana’s government is launching a bold new plan to make the state a model of water security. The “Water Secure Haryana” programme will cost 5,700 crore rupees, with 4,000 crore (about $500 million) coming from the World Bank through its Program‑for‑Results framework.
The initiative is set to begin in 2026 and run for six years, aiming to overhaul irrigation and water‑management across Haryana. According to Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, the programme is a “paradigm shift” that will turn the state into India’s first truly water‑secure region by 2032.
Key features of the plan include:
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Smart irrigation upgrades – 1,798 km of canals in 14 targeted clusters will be fitted with advanced automation, Real‑Time Data Acquisition Systems (RTDAS) and SCADA monitoring.
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Groundwater recharge – Nearly 80 water bodies in southern districts will be rejuvenated to boost underground water levels.
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Recycled water use – Treated effluent from four major sewage plants in Jind, Kaithal and Gurugram will be repurposed to irrigate 11,500 ha of farmland.
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Participatory irrigation management (PIM) – The project will involve local stakeholders, and the Chief Secretary has asked the World Bank to contribute ideas for this component.
The programme will directly address 14 irrigation clusters across 18 districts, covering a culturable command area of 363,546 ha. Other districts will receive support through NABARD, the state budget, or other agencies, while broader planning and institutional reforms will benefit all 22 districts in the state.
Senior World Bank staff described the effort as “not just an irrigation project” but a blueprint for making Haryana a leading example of water‑secure development in India. The programme’s launch signals a strong partnership between the state, the World Bank, and local communities, all working to secure a sustainable water future for Haryana’s farmers and residents.
Source: ianslive
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