Chandigarh, India: The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has announced major progress under the Punjab canal irrigation revival initiative, restoring canal water supply to agricultural fields after several decades. The update was shared by AAP Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu, highlighting the government’s focus on strengthening rural irrigation infrastructure.
The Punjab canal irrigation revival drive is being described as a landmark step aimed at reducing farmers’ dependence on groundwater and improving sustainable water management across the state.
Canal Water Returns to Fields After Decades
As part of the Punjab canal irrigation revival, canal water has reportedly reached farmlands that had been deprived of proper irrigation for years. Officials stated that this restoration of traditional canal systems is helping improve irrigation reliability for farmers across Punjab.
The Punjab canal irrigation revival is also being credited with improving water distribution efficiency and ensuring better access to surface water resources in rural areas.
Large-Scale Irrigation Covering 76 Lakh Acres
A major highlight of the Punjab canal irrigation revival initiative is the irrigation of nearly 76 lakh acres of agricultural land through canal networks. This expansion is expected to significantly reduce the dependency on tube wells and lower farming costs.
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👉 ਕਰੀਬ 76 ਲੱਖ ਏਕੜ ਜ਼ਮੀਨ ਦੀ ਨਹਿਰੀ ਪਾਣੀ ਨਾਲ਼ ਹੋ ਰਹੀ ਸਿੰਜਾਈ
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Authorities said the Punjab canal irrigation revival is strengthening agricultural productivity by ensuring consistent water supply to large farming regions.
Groundwater Levels Showing Improvement
Officials also noted that the Punjab canal irrigation revival is contributing to improved groundwater levels due to reduced over-extraction from underground sources. Farmers are increasingly relying on canal water, which supports long-term water conservation efforts.
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Experts believe the Punjab canal irrigation revival could play a crucial role in addressing Punjab’s ongoing groundwater depletion crisis.
Strengthening Sustainable Agriculture in Punjab
The government emphasized that the Punjab canal irrigation revival initiative is part of a broader vision to modernize irrigation infrastructure and promote sustainable farming practices.
With continued investment and canal modernization, the Punjab canal irrigation revival is expected to reshape Punjab’s agricultural landscape and secure water resources for future generations.