M-CADWM Scheme Approved

On 9th April 2025, the Union Cabinet approved the ‘Modernisation of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM)’ as a sub-scheme of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).

Aim

  • Modernization of the irrigation water supply network to supply of irrigation water from existing canals or other sources in a designated cluster.

Salient Features of M-CADWM

Focus on Modernizing Irrigation Infrastructure

  • Focuses on farms up to 1 hectare, ensuring small-scale farmers benefit from modern systems.
  • Supports the backend infrastructure of micro-irrigation systems to improve reach and efficiency.

Leveraging Technology for Water Management

  • Use of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data ....
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