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Cabinet Approves Implementation of PMKSY
Recently, the Union government approved the extension of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) till 2026 — a move expected to help fund irrigation projects that will increase water supply across northern India.
- As a part of the scheme, Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP), Watershed Development and Har Khet ko Paani (HKKP) components have been extended for 2021-26.
About PMKSY
- It was launched in 2015 as an umbrella scheme that provides central grants to the State Governments for specific activities.
- Implementing Agency: Ministries of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Rural Development
Aim
- To provide assured irrigation to cultivated areas.
- To reduce wastage of water and improve water-use efficiency.
Components
Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP)
- Implementation: Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti.
- Aim: It provides financial support to irrigation projects.
Watershed Development
- Implementation: Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development
- Aim: To regenerate ground water.
Per Drop More Crop
- Implementation: Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
- Aim: Promoting efficient water conveyance and precision water application devices.
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