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Time of India
20-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
PHED initiates new Bisalpur pipeline project for enhanced water supply
1 2 Jaipur: Even as the Water Resources Department (WRD) rolls out the Ramjal Setu Link Project (RSLP), the state Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) has begun laying the second Bisalpur pipeline to Jaipur. The project serves a dual purpose, which includes increasing the capacity to transfer Bisalpur water to the city and enabling uninterrupted supply during maintenance or repair work. With two pipelines running simultaneously, the department will be able to carry out routine upkeep and promptly address any leakages without disrupting the water flow to Jaipur. Speaking to TOI, a senior PHED engineer said, the department is in the process of selecting and awarding a work order to an agency for the preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR). According to the initial plan, the new pipeline will connect the Surajpura filter plant near Bisalpur Dam and the recently commissioned intermediate pumphouse in Renwal, around 10 km away from the PHED's storage facility in Balawala in Sanganer. PHED will also augment the facility of the Surajpura filter plant, while the WRD has started works to increase the intake capacity of this filter plant from the Bisalpur Dam. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo At present, PHED has a capacity to transfer around 820 MLD (million litres per day) of water to Jaipur, of which 710 MLD is meant for Jaipur city and the rest for other areas en route. The WRD has agreed to increase PHED (Jaipur)'s share by another 400 MLD from Bisalpur, post-implementation of RSLP. "However, we have plans to commission the second pipeline with a transfer capacity of around 1,500 MLD. The 1,200-odd MLD of water is planned in accordance with the projected population of 2039," an engineer added. Officials said, the implementation of the project has already been delayed by two years. The department planned to prepare the DPR in 2023 and would start the constructions immediately after WRD initiated the RSLP or the erstwhile Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Rajasthan CM seeks more Central co-operation on water and energy security at NITI Aayog meet
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Saturday participated in the 10th meeting of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital. During the meeting, he presented the state's ambitious 'Developed Rajasthan @2047' vision document, outlining a strategic roadmap for achieving economic prosperity, sustainable development, and inclusive growth. He also requested more co-operation by the Central government on the points of water and energy security in the state, highlighting their critical importance for Rajasthan's development. The Chief Minister emphasised that the Rajasthan government is making rapid progress on multiple fronts to transform the state into a developed region by 2047. CM Sharma stated that the vision document has been prepared in accordance with NITI Aayog's guidelines and places economic growth, green technology, and social inclusion at its core. He also urged the Centre to plan for the evacuation of an additional 40 GW of energy to meet Rajasthan's 115 GW power generation target. Sharma also spoke on the Rajasthan Circular Economy Incentive Scheme 2025, which includes a grant of Rs 2 crore for R&D in recycling and reuse, and an additional 0.5 per cent interest concession in loan schemes for MSMEs and startups involved in circular economy practices. Furthermore, he said that a Rajasthan Vehicle Scrappage Policy will soon be introduced to phase out vehicles older than 15 years and promote the use of environmentally friendly vehicles. Making specific demands from the Central government, the Chief Minister called for the full utilisation of Pong Dam's filling capacity, which would enable partner states to access their complete share of water. He requested early approval for the lining of the 51.5 km Ferozepur feeder canal, and urged the Centre to allow the establishment of additional units at the Kalisindh and Chhabra thermal power plants. The Rajasthan CM also advocated for the setting up of a new 3,200 MW thermal unit in his state due to its distance from coal sources and requested an allocation of 20 lakh metric tonnes of coal from Northern Coalfields. Expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister, CM Sharma appreciated the Centre's support for key water projects like the Ramjal Setu Link Project and the Yamuna Water Agreement, stating these would play a crucial role in ensuring long-term water security. Highlighting the state's success in attracting investment, Sharma said that Rajasthan hosted the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit in the first year of the current government's tenure, which attracted investment proposals worth over Rs 35 lakh crore. Out of these, projects worth over Rs 3.25 lakh crore have already started materialising on the ground. He credited this progress to a slew of forward-looking policies such as the One District One Product Policy 2024, MSME Policy 2024, Export Promotion Policy 2024, Integrated Cluster Development Scheme, and upcoming policies like the Textile and Apparel Policy 2025, Logistics Policy 2025, and Data Center Policy 2025. He added that a new Ease of Doing Business-based Industrial Policy will be announced soon, with a strong focus on promoting research and development in green technology. The Rajasthan Trade Promotion Policy is also being developed to strengthen the state's trading ecosystem. Touching on tourism and employment, the Chief Minister noted that Rajasthan's rich heritage and cultural assets make it a global tourism destination. To further accelerate tourism development, a new tourism policy will be launched soon. He added that the state government has provided timely appointments to over 67,000 posts, with recruitment processes underway for another 1.87 lakh vacancies. The Atal Entrepreneurship Program has also been introduced to empower youth, encourage innovation, and promote job creation through startups. On the energy front, CM Sharma stated that Rajasthan ranks first in the country in solar and renewable energy capacity. The state has added 10,000 MW of renewable energy, and significant strides have been made under initiatives such as PM Kusum Yojana, PM Surya Ghar Yojana, and the New Rajasthan Integrated Clean Energy Policy. To further improve energy security, he requested the Central Government to allocate an additional target of 5,000 MW for energy generation and 5,000 MWh for battery storage under Component-A of PM Kusum Yojana. The Chief Minister assured that the Rajasthan government is fully committed to transforming the state into a developed, self-reliant, and inclusive economy. He reiterated that under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rajasthan is moving confidently on the path of progress and development. --IANS arc/pgh
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM approves land allocation to forest dept to accelerate ERCP project
1 2 Jaipur: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma approved allocation of 1,102.72 hectares of land to the forest department under the forest land diversion process, aiming to fast-track the Ramjal Setu Link Project (RSLP), also known as the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP). The approval covers four separate proposals involving the diversion of forest land impacted by key components of the RSLP. These include the under-construction Ramgarh and Mahlpur barrages, along with the Navnera-Galwa-Bisalpur-Isarda Link Project. According to officials, the approved land includes 427.59 hectares in Kishanganj tehsil, 284.09 hectares in Chhabra tehsil, and 362.95 hectares in Chhipabarod tehsil—all located in Baran district. Additionally, 28.08 hectares of non-forest land from the Reserved Land Fund in Alwar district will be allocated to the Forest Department free of cost. Officials described the move as a critical step toward accelerating the implementation of the ERCP, a flagship water infrastructure project designed to meet the irrigation and drinking water needs of eastern Rajasthan. tnn Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
