Ken-Betwa River Linking National Project
On 25th December 2024, Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa River Linking National Project in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. The project aims to address water scarcity in the drought-prone Bundelkhand region by transferring surplus water from the Ken River to the Betwa River.
- This is India's first initiative under the National Perspective Plan (NPP) for river interlinking, formulated in 1980. However, the project has drawn criticism for its significant environmental and social impact, particularly on the Panna Tiger Reserve.
Ken-Betwa Project: Key Points
- Water Transfer: Aims to transfer water through a 221-km-long canal, including a 2-km tunnel.
- Irrigation: Annual irrigation ....
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