Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R
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Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil announced a national desilting plan for dams to combat silt accumulation and restore water storage capacity.
Background
The Ministry of Jal Shakti will provide technical support while state governments execute the desilting operations. For the Tungabhadra reservoir, successful desilting is projected to increase water storage capacity by 25% to 30%.
Facts for Prelims
- FactDesilting of Tungabhadra reservoir is expected to increase storage capacity by 25% to 30%.
- BodyMinistry of Jal Shakti is the nodal ministry for dam management and water resources in India.
- PlaceTungabhadra reservoir is a shared water resource between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of desilting in enhancing irrigation infrastructure and managing inter-state water disputes in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Hydrological efficiency: Restoration of reservoir volume to mitigate seasonal water scarcity and improve irrigation yields.
- Inter-state cooperation: Need for collaborative management of shared river basins to prevent conflict over water rights.
- Technical bottleneck: Requirement for advanced dredging technology to manage heavy siltation without damaging dam structural integrity.
Keywords: Siltation · Water Security · Inter-state Cooperation · Irrigation Infrastructure · Hydrological Management
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