Standing Committee Report on Water Resources
On 11th August 2025, Standing Committee on Water Resources (2024-25) submitted its report in the Parliament.
- The report highlighted that despite significant technological advancements and substantial investments, India continues to face severe socio-economic losses due to floods and water scarcity.
Key Observations & Recommendations
Interlinking of Rivers
- 30 link projects identified, 16 under the Peninsular component and 14 under the Himalayan component.
- Pre-Feasibility Reports (PFRs) completed for all 30 projects, Feasibility Reports (FRs) for 24, and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for 11.
- Recommendations
- Interlinking offers a long-term solution to water scarcity, drought mitigation, and flood control.
- Use findings for consensus-building among states and faster ....
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