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Ambuja Foundation, NABARD join hands to implement watershed development project in Punjab

The project will focus on soil conservation and improving soil quality, water management, conserving biodiversity, climate proofing activities, women empowerment and livelihood along with capacity building

Irrigation

NABARD appoints ACF to execute watershed development project in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh

May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 - by Agriculture Post - Leave a Comment

NABARD has constituted Watershed Development Fund for promoting innovative and feasible concepts and for the transfer of technology for enhancing agricultural production and productivity

Policy

World Bank to fund $115 million to India’s watershed development to boost climate-resilient agriculture

February 19, 2022February 19, 2022 - by Agriculture Post - Leave a Comment

India has committed to restoring 26 million hectares of degraded land by 2030. Effective watershed management can help enhance livelihoods in rainfed areas while building a more resilient food system

Irrigation / Policy

Cabinet approves continuation of irrigation scheme – Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana for 2021-26

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 - by Agriculture Post - Leave a Comment

The CCEA has approved a Central support of Rs.37,454 crore to the states and Rs.20,434.56 crore of debt servicing for loan availed by Government of India for irrigation development during PMKSY 2016-21