Haryana Water Resources Consolidation Project

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The project is a sector investment loan, financing an agreed state-wide program (to be implemented over six years) to improve the water distribution and drainage systems, and upgrade institutional capacity for water management and planning in the State of Haryana, India. The primary objectives of the project are to: (1) introduce water resource planning; (b) enhance agricultural productivity and diversification, and improve equity; (c) assure sustainability of the environment; and (d) improve Haryana Irrigation Department's capabilities in all water related functional areas. The project will finance four investments under the areas of the Bhakra Canal system and Western Yamuna Canal system of the state and they are: (1) rehabilitation of the existing canal and drainage systems, and selective lining of canals and watercourses; (2) modernization of canal and drainage systems and watercourses, replacement of the Hathnikund Barrage, and construction/extension of minors; (3) upgraded operation and maintenance (O & M) of the water distribution and drainage system; and (4) institutional strengthening to support administration, data collection, planning design, beneficiary participation and formation of Water User Associations, research and training. A water policy framework will be developed through multi-use water resource planning and formulation of a State Water Plan.