24 districts in Rajasthan to get electricity for irrigation during daytime
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Why in news
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced the expansion of a daytime electricity for irrigation scheme to 24 districts, including Dausa and Karauli.
Background
The initiative aims to benefit approximately 52,400 agricultural consumers in Dausa and 35,300 in Karauli. Jaipur Discom will oversee the power supply, with Ajmer, Jodhpur, and Sirohi Discoms also involved in the project.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceDausa and Karauli are districts in Rajasthan where daytime irrigation electricity is being expanded.
- FactThe scheme targets approximately 52,400 consumers in Dausa and 35,300 in Karauli.
- BodyJaipur Discom is the primary body overseeing power supply for the expanded irrigation scheme.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how shifting irrigation practices to daytime hours can enhance agricultural productivity and farmer safety in arid and semi-arid regions like Rajasthan.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Safety-productivity trade-off: Reducing nocturnal irrigation risks from wild animals while managing peak-load electricity demand
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Requirement for robust grid stability to support high-intensity daytime irrigation loads
Keywords: agricultural productivity · irrigation management · rural infrastructure · resource optimization
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