MAHARASHTRA IRR II

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The Second Maharashtra Irrigation Project will support the introduction of improved irrigation technologies in Maharashtra. Specifically, it will help finance a substantial portion of the surface irrigation development program of the State, i.e., the construction within five years of five major surface irrigation schemes and the rehabilitation of two existing schemes. The project will include construction elements for dams, main, branch and distribution canals, drains, and new and improved link roads in the command areas of the Krishna, Kukadi, Upper Wardha, Upper Penganga and Warna irrigation schemes. Existing canals and drains in the commands of the Girna and Mula schemes will be modernized. The project will further expand the Government of Maharashtra's (GOM's) pilot water management program and provide assistance for a training program for land development and water management specialists.