Revive dedicated minor irrigation system with modern technology: Farmers’ Commission
The Telangana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Commission has proposed a new minor irrigation system to improve water-use efficiency. The plan includes enacting a dedicated Minor Irrigation Act and restoring traditional water bodies to boost agricultural sustainability.
Why it matters
Improving irrigation infrastructure is critical for water security and rural livelihoods in regions facing climate-related agricultural challenges.
The Telangana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Commission has recommended to the State government that a dedicated minor irrigation system be re-established with technology-driven units aimed at improving water-use efficiency.
The Commission submitted a report on minor irrigation to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Saturday (August 29), making several key recommendations for strengthening irrigation infrastructure and improving agricultural sustainability in the State.
Farmers’ Welfare Commission chairman Kodanda Reddy and members Ramulu Naik, Ram Reddy Gopal Reddy, Gangadhar and M. Bhavani Reddy were present during the meeting.
The Commission recommended the establishment of command-area based management systems to integrate minor and major irrigation resources and ensure more efficient utilisation of available water. It also proposed enactment of a separate Minor Irrigation Act specifically for the protection and management of tanks in the State.
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