NEWS: World Day to Combat Desertification and Droughtà Observed across 813 project areas under WDC–PMKSY 2.0à highlighting India's efforts in sustainable watershed development and water conservation.
ABOUT
- Launchedà July 2015
- TypeàCentrally Sponsored Scheme
- Nodal Ministryà Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (with Ministry of Jal Shakti and Ministry of Rural Development)
- Implementing Agency: State Agriculture Departments
- Aimà Enhance water-use efficiency, expand irrigation coverage, and promote sustainable water management through the principle of "Per Drop More Crop."
KEY FEATURES
- Promotes micro-irrigation systems such as drip and sprinkler irrigation.
- Encourages fertigation (application of fertilizers through irrigation systems).
- Supports rainwater harvesting, water conservation, groundwater recharge, and watershed development.
- Focuses on efficient irrigation for water-intensive crops such as sugarcane, banana, and cotton.
- Integrates modern technologies, renewable energy, and water-saving practices.
COMPONENTS OF PMKSY
- AIBP (Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme)à Fast-tracks pending irrigation projects.
- Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP)à Ensures assured irrigation to every farm.
- CADWM: Improves command area development and water management.
- Per Drop More Crop (PDMC)à Promotes micro-irrigation and precision farming.
- Watershed Developmentà Supports soil conservation, rainwater harvesting, and groundwater recharge.
- RRR of Water Bodiesà Repair, Renovation, and Restoration of traditional water bodies.
SIGNIFICANCE
- Improves agricultural productivity and water-use efficiency.
- Reduces water wastage and promotes climate-resilient agriculture.
- Strengthens drought mitigation and groundwater conservation.
- Enhances farmers' income through sustainable irrigation practices.
Supports food security and sustainable rural development