KRIAN/SUNGEI MANIK I

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Major components of the Krian - Sungei Manik Irrigation Project are: (a) rehabilitation and improvement of existing primary and secondary irrigation and drainage canals and structures; construction of tertiary and quaternary irrigation and drainage systems; construction and improvement of access roads; and improvement to existing perimeter bunds and tidal gates, in two separate subprojects: the Krian Irrigation Scheme with 23,500 ha and the Sungei Manik Irrigation Scheme with 6,560 ha of padi land; (b) construction, furnishing and equipping of offices and workshop facilities for the Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID), multipurpose Farmers Development Centers (FDCs), a seed farm, and staff housing; and procurement of vehicles and equipment for operation and maintenance of irrigation works; (c) provision of local consulting services to assist DID with the implementation of project works and preparation of tender documents, and consulting services for a Muda Dams study; and (d) a limited number of fellowships and overseas training.