Kathgarh – The Mann government is taking significant steps to strengthen agriculture in Punjab with the inauguration of a new lift irrigation scheme in Kathgarh by Cabinet Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal. The initiative aims to deliver canal water to farmlands across 33 villages, marking an important development in Punjab farming projects.
During the event, Minister Goyal praised Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, stating, “What the Chief Minister promised, he has delivered. This scheme will transform agriculture in Kathgarh and ensure water reaches every field.” The project is expected to benefit thousands of farmers and improve crop yields, highlighting one of the major ongoing Punjab farming projects in the state.
Advanced Lift Irrigation System Strengthens Punjab Farming Projects and Supports 33 Villages
The lift irrigation system uses advanced pumps and canals to distribute water efficiently from the main canal to the fields. Authorities confirmed that the scheme will now provide consistent irrigation to 33 villages, supporting sustainable agriculture. This initiative is already recognized as a key example of successful Punjab farming projects, improving livelihoods and productivity.
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👉🏻 ਇਲਾਕੇ ਦੇ 33 ਪਿੰਡਾਂ ਦੇ ਖੇਤਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਮਿਲੇਗਾ ਨਹਿਰੀ ਪਾਣੀ pic.twitter.com/RhFIoApWmZ— AAP Punjab (@AAPPunjab) March 19, 2026
Local farmers welcomed the project, noting that access to reliable canal water will reduce dependence on rainfall and expensive groundwater extraction. Experts have described the Kathgarh scheme as a milestone among Punjab farming projects, demonstrating the Mann government’s commitment to modernizing agricultural infrastructure.
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The government plans to replicate similar schemes in other districts to expand benefits. The Kathgarh lift irrigation project stands out as a model for policy-driven success, reinforcing its importance in the broader landscape of Punjab farming projects.
With continued monitoring and expansion, the Mann government’s initiatives are set to enhance agricultural efficiency and empower farmers across the state, making Punjab farming projects a central focus of development and public discourse.