Water level in more than half of India’s major reservoirs is below 40%
Water level in more than half of India’s major reservoirs is below 40%
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La Excellence IAS Academy | March 22, 2024 | Current Affairs
Syllabus: GS-I, Subject: Current affairs, Topic: Indices and reports, Issue: Water reserves in India
Context: The Central Water Commission(CWC) report on water level in reservoirs.
Highlights:
- Reservoir Levels of more than 50% of India’s major reservoirs are below 40% capacity, with two-thirds below 50%.
- Patchy rainfall due to El Nino has led to drought conditions and prolonged dry spells.
- Available storage accounting for 38% of total storage capacity.
Impact:
- Strain on hydro-power dams, and delays in summer crop sowing affecting agriculture.
- Affects agriculture production.
Prelims Connect(Institutions in news)
| Central Water Commission (CWC) :
● Established in 1945 it is the premier technical organisation in the field of Water Resources. ● It is an attached office in the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Functions: ● Water Quality Monitoring & Assessment ● Planning & Appraisal of Water Resources Projects ● Technical Assistance to States ● Flood Control & Management |
Source: Mint
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