Strengthening of Existing Canal System
About this scheme
The scheme “Strengthening of Existing Canal System” by the Tribal Area Development Department, Government of Rajasthan, aims to strengthen and expand canal irrigation systems by providing financial support for restoration and extension of canals to benefit farmers, especially tribal cultivators, in tribal dominated areas.
Benefits
Canal Strengthening:
- Repair and strengthening of existing irrigation canals constructed under major, medium, and minor irrigation schemes.
- Restoration of damaged canal systems in tribal areas.
Canal Expansion:
- Extension of canal networks to increase irrigation coverage for agricultural lands in tribal regions.
Improvement in Irrigation Facilities:
- Increased irrigation capacity leads to improved agricultural productivity for farmers.
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be a farmer.
- The applicant should belong mainly to the Scheduled Tribe community.
- The project area should be such that more than 50% of the irrigated land belongs to Scheduled Tribe farmers.
- The number of beneficiary tribal farmers should exceed 50% of the total farmers in the project area.
How to Apply
Offline
Step 1: A proposal is prepared for canal strengthening or expansion as per project requirements.
Step 2: The proposal is submitted to the Project Officer, Tribal Area Development Department (TAD).
Documents Required
- Land details of beneficiary farmers.
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the primary objective of the "Strengthening of Existing Canal System" scheme?
The scheme aims to increase irrigation capacity by repairing and extending damaged canal systems in tribal areas.
- Who are the intended beneficiaries of this canal strengthening initiative?
The primary beneficiaries are tribal farmers residing in the Scheduled Area under the Mahi Command.
- Which department is responsible for the overall implementation of this scheme?
The Tribal Area Development Department of the Government of Rajasthan is responsible for the implementation.
- In which specific region is this scheme currently operational?
The scheme is operational within the Mahi Command Area located in the Scheduled Area of Rajasthan.
- What is the minimum percentage of tribal farmers required in a beneficiary group?
More than 50% of the total number of beneficiaries in a group must be tribal farmers.
- What is the requirement regarding land ownership for eligibility?
More than 50% of the total land covered by the irrigation project must belong to tribal farmers.
- Who is responsible for preparing the technical project proposals?
The Water Resources Department is responsible for preparing the technical plans and cost estimates.
- To which officer should the project proposals be submitted for review?
The proposals must be submitted to the Project Officer of the Tribal Area Development Department.
- Who has the authority to approve canal projects costing up to ₹ 5,00,000/-?
The District Collector is authorized to approve projects with a cost of up to ₹ 5,00,000/-.
- What is the approval process for high-cost projects exceeding ₹ 5,00,000?
Such projects must be sent to the State Government for final approval after being reviewed by the department.
- Why does the Tribal Area Development Department fund these canal repairs?
The department provides funds when the Water Resources Department lacks sufficient budget for the maintenance of these specific canal systems.
- Does the scheme cover small-scale irrigation projects?
Yes, the scheme covers the repair of large, medium, and small irrigation canal systems.
- What documents are needed to prove the eligibility of the farmers?
A list of benefited farmers and their specific land details must be submitted with the application.
- Can this scheme be used to build new canal extensions?
Yes, the scheme specifically includes the extension of canals to increase irrigation coverage.
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