Irrigation system in Haryana to be strengthened, Minors to be rejuvenated with  Rs 315 crore

Chandigarh, Sept 2025 –Haryana Government has taken a significant step towards strengthening and modernizing the state’s irrigation system. In a key meeting of the Irrigation and Water Resources Department held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today, the comprehensive remodeling (reconstruction and improvement) work plan for minors across the state has been approved. Under this, about 54 different projects will be implemented and the entire project will cost about Rs 315 crore.

The Chief Minister said that under this ambitious scheme, the depth, width, and structure of the canals will be strengthened using modern technology to ensure timely and adequate supply of irrigation water to farmers. As part of this project, 30 canals will be rehabilitated and 24 canals will be remodeled under various canal circles.

He said that this initiative will provide sufficient irrigation water for farmers’ crops, reduce dependence on underground water, and enhance the state’s agricultural productivity. It will also help in addressing the problem of waterlogging in rural areas.

The Chief Minister directed the officials to complete all works within the stipulated time frame while maintaining the highest quality standards. He issued clear instructions to ensure that no irregularities occur in the quality of construction materials and in maintaining the levels of minors.

Around 54 projects to be implemented under Yamuna Water Service, Loharu Water Service and Jawahar Lal Nehru Circle

In the meeting, it was informed that 41 projects will be taken up under the Yamuna Water Services Circle, Bhiwani, 1 project under the Yamuna Water Services Circle, Karnal, and 2 projects under the Yamuna Water Services Circle, Rohtak. Similarly, 7 projects have been included under the Loharu Water Services Circle, Bhiwani, and 3 projects under the Jawahar Lal Nehru Circle, Rewari. These works will be carried out with the support of NABARD.

Under these projects, various works such as strengthening and raising the banks of minors, repair and rehabilitation of lining, laying of pipelines, repair of head regulators, siphons, culverts and outlets will be undertaken. These measures will help prevent leakages, conserve water, and ensure a reliable supply to potential areas. The initiative will benefit the districts of Bhiwani, Rohtak, Jind, Charkhi Dadri, Rewari, Sonipat and Karnal.

Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Commissioner and Secretary of Public Health Engineering Department Mohammad Shayin, Commissioner and Secretary of Finance Department Sh. C.G. Rajini Kaanthan, Engineer-in-Chief of Irrigation and Water Resources Department Sh. Satbir Kadian, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.