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Time of India
14-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
State govt to revive six more small rivers in Prayagraj dist
1 2 Prayagraj: The state govt has taken an initiative to identify the small rivers that are on the verge of extinction in the Prayagraj district and revive them. After reviving three small rivers, including Lapri, Karnavati and Loni, district authorities have identified six small rivers, including Belan, Thotha, Bakrahi, Sevarahi, Ghaghar and Varuna. Officials claimed that the revival of these small rivers will not only help to maintain ecology but also create more opportunities for agriculture, groundwater, and rural life. The Yogi-led state govt is making herculean efforts to revive extinct small rivers across the state with the objective of improving the ecosystem as well as the groundwater level. Apart from the three major rivers of Ganga, Yamuna, and Tons, there are more than a dozen small rivers in Prayagraj that are currently struggling for their survival. Once these small rivers are rejuvenated, there will be an abundance of water and other resources to be found in all 23 blocks of the district. Chief development officer (Prayagraj), Harshika Singh says, "On the instructions of the govt, the identification of small rivers on the verge of extinction is being carried out across the district. The list of identified rivers includes Loni, Lapri, Karnavati, Belan, Thotha, Bakrahi, Sevarhi, Ghaghar, and Varuna." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giá vàng đang tăng mạnh trong năm 2025 — Các nhà giao dịch thông minh đã tham gia IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The administration has been successful in reviving the Lapri and Karnavati rivers with a budget of 102.44 lakhs, while the exercise of rejuvenating the Loni river is underway with a budget of Rs 1.50 crores. An inclusive action plan is also being prepared for the remaining rivers. Officials claimed that reviving these small rivers is possible only through a long process and every individual's participation. For this, the govt is connecting gram panchayats, schools, and voluntary organisations with the river conservation campaign to ensure rural participation. By creating river friends in every village, a permanent monitoring system is being developed. Encroachment is being removed on the river banks, and floodplains are being freed. There are plans to revive traditional water sources, which include activating old wells, stepwells and ponds related to the river, as water storage. Experts said, "To revive the vanishing small rivers, the first requirement is to maintain the availability of water reaching the rivers throughout the year. This will be possible only when the condition of the groundwater level in that area remains better so that the pressure of irrigation does not fall much on these small rivers." The state govt has also prepared a backup plan for the rejuvenation of small rivers. Deputy Commissioner (MNREGA) Gulab Chandra said that a total of 583 Amrit Sarovars have been constructed in the district so far at a cost of Rs 28.92 crores to store around 13 lakh cubic rainwater. Apart from this, 106 Amrit Sarovars are under construction in the district in the current financial year. Similarly, the target of digging 50 ponds has been set in the Prayagraj district this year, which is three times more than last year.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Prayagraj builds 583 Amrit Sarovars, boost water conservation
1 2 3 Prayagraj: In a bid to tackle depleting groundwater levels, the Uttar Pradesh government has been actively constructing Amrit Sarovars in rural areas to conserve water. Notably, Prayagraj has set a remarkable record under the Mission Amrit Sarovar scheme by building 583 Amrit Sarovars across 23 blocks, capable of storing approximately 13 lakh cubic meters of water. This initiative is not only enhancing water availability, but also boosting the rural economy. Deputy commissioner (MNREGA) Gulab Chandra said, "A total of 583 Amrit Sarovars have so far been constructed in Prayagraj at a cost of Rs 28.92 crore." Additionally, 106 Amrit Sarovars are under construction in the district in the current financial year. In the selection process, Prayagraj ranks second in the state after Kannauj. Weak monsoon has led to a decline in the district's average annual rainfall, which has dropped to around 890 mm. This, combined with changing water conservation habits, has resulted in a steady depletion of groundwater levels. However, the construction of Amrit Sarovars has helped collect 13 lakh cubic meters of rainwater. With 106 more ponds under construction, expected to store 104 crore liters of rainwater, the initiative is likely to improve groundwater levels in rural areas. With the transparent policy and determination of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state has certainly created a new identity regarding water conservation. This significant scheme of water conservation has also provided employment to rural youth and women. Women have played an active role in the excavation, beautification, and maintenance of the ponds. This campaign has not only become a means of water management, but also a means of livelihood. A comprehensive policy was formulated to develop sustainable water resources, the effects of which are now visible, said the officials.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Prayagraj's women lead the way with 46.71% workdays under MNREGA
1 2 Prayagraj: The state government's relentless efforts towards women's empowerment and employment have yielded impressive results in Sangam City. Under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), women's participation in total workdays generated has reached an encouraging 46.71 per cent. A total of 1.60 crore jobs (manav diwas) have so far been created under the MNREGA scheme across the state in the financial year 2025-26, out of which women contributed to the creation of more than 72 lakh jobs. The contribution of about 45 per cent is the highest so far. Interestingly, women are also proving helpful for MNREGA management and supervision. The number of women mates employed under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) has increased in the current financial year. Over 5,500 women mates have been employed, marking a 3 percent rise from 41.87 per cent in 2024-25. Deputy commissioner (MNREGA) Gulab Chandra said, "As many as 6,112,887 jobs (manav diwas) have so far been created in the Prayagraj district during the financial year 2024-25. The percentage of workdays of women workers in the total workdays created has been 46.71%, which is more than the state average." He said, "The responsibility of rozgar sevak (women mate) given to rural women under MNREGA is bringing a big change in their lives." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Chandra said as many as 852 women mates were employed in the district in the financial year 2024-25. The govt provides an honorarium of Rs 325 per day to these women mates. In this way, it turned out to be a source of additional income for them along with their household work. Namrata Devi, a resident of Arjun Patti Gram Panchayat of Handia development block of the district, says that her husband Akhilesh works in a rubber factory, but the basic needs of the house were not met. After being appointed to the job of a mahila mate in MNREGA, she is able to get extra money every month and manages the house smoothly. Sushila Devi, a resident of Jagua Sodha Gram Panchayat of Handia development Khand, claims, "Despite her work as a welder, the education of two children and household expenses were not met with this amount." She said that with the income she gets from MNREGA mate, she is able to cover the education expenses of her children.
