A.P. Cabinet approves ₹9,355 crore for seven Multi-Village Schemes
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Why in news
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approved ₹9,355 crore for seven Multi-Village Schemes (MVS) to enhance water security and sanctioned funds for localized projects under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Background
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet allocated ₹9,355 crore for seven Multi-Village Schemes to provide daily water quotas to over 65 lakh people. Additionally, ₹1,814.71 crore was sanctioned for 3,000 localized projects under the Jal Jeevan Mission and NABARD.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact₹9,355 crore allocated for seven Multi-Village Schemes (MVS) in Andhra Pradesh
- FactMVS aims to provide daily water quotas to over 65 lakh people
- Fact₹1,814.71 crore sanctioned for 3,000 localized projects under Jal Jeevan Mission and NABARD
- SchemeSakhi Nivas hostels were approved under the Mission Shakti program
- SchemeIrrigation subsidies were expanded under the 'Per Drop More Crop' program
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of decentralized water management schemes in ensuring rural water security and improving agricultural productivity in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Requirement for localized project execution to meet Jal Jeevan Mission targets
- Fiscal federalism: State-level budgetary allocations for multi-village schemes vs central scheme alignment
- Resource optimization: Efficiency of 'Per Drop More Crop' in mitigating groundwater depletion
Keywords: water security · decentralized governance · irrigation subsidies · rural infrastructure · fiscal allocation
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