Construction of NABARD-Funded Minor Irrigation Projects - Uttarakhand

Description
The scheme “Construction of NABARD-Funded Minor Irrigation Projects” is implemented by the Department of Minor Irrigation, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide farmers with free and reliable irrigation facilities by constructing NABARD-funded minor irrigation projects, so that water availability improves and farming becomes easier and more productive.

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Benefits
• Solar Pump Irrigation Scheme
• Pipeline / Water Channel (Gool)
• Water Storage Tank / Geo-lined Tank
• Construction of Check Dam (Hilly Areas)
• Small Gated Weir (Plains Areas)

Eligibility Criteria
1. The beneficiary must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The beneficiary must be a farmer engaged in agricultural activities.
3. Under the scheme, collective irrigation projects are constructed.
4. Projects that are beneficial and essential, with a cost of ₹4.00 lakh per hectare and a benefit-cost ratio of more than 1.0, are included.
5. Check dams are constructed at suitable locations based on the proposals received and the survey conducted.
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Required Documents
• Documents are required as per the guidelines prescribed by NABARD/department for this scheme.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What types of irrigation works are covered under the scheme?
A: The scheme includes solar pump systems, pipelines, water channels (gool), water storage tanks, geo-lined tanks, check dams (hilly areas), and small gated weirs (plains).
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Q: Who can benefit from this scheme?
A: Farmers in Uttarakhand who require irrigation facilities for their agricultural land can benefit from the scheme.
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Q: Are the irrigation facilities provided free of cost?
A: Yes, all irrigation facilities constructed under the scheme are provided free of cost to farmers.
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Q: What is the criteria for selecting a project under the scheme?
A: Projects must be beneficial and essential, with a cost of ₹4.00 lakh per hectare and a benefit–cost ratio greater than 1.0.
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Q: How are suitable locations for check dams identified?
A: Suitable locations are selected based on received proposals and field surveys conducted by the department.
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Q: Where can project proposals be submitted?
A: Proposals may be submitted at block offices, sub-division offices, or other departmental offices.
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Q: What happens after a proposal is submitted?
A: A Detailed Project Report (DPR) is prepared after site inspection and assessment of the project&#39;s suitability.
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Q: How is financial approval obtained for the project?
A: The headquarters submits the examined DPR to NABARD through the government for financial approval.
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