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20 July 2026

Bihar floodwater diversion project

The project serves as a practical case study for river interlinking and flood management strategies in India, which are relevant to irrigation and development policy questions, though it is a localized state-level project rather than a national flagship policy.

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Notes

  • Inauguration of the 68-km Belwa-Minapur link channel in Sheohar, Bihar.
  • Project is part of the larger Bagmati-Budhi Gandak River Interlinking Project.
  • Total project cost is ₹130.88 crore.
  • Primary objective: Divert surplus floodwater from the Bagmati river to the Budhi Gandak river to reduce flood intensity in north Bihar.
  • Expected socio-economic benefits: Enhanced irrigation capacity, increased agricultural productivity, and support for fisheries.
  • Environmental and ecological benefits: Groundwater recharge, expansion of green cover, and environmental conservation.
  • Integration of technology in education: Launch of 'FILO' app for interactive classes and development of smart classrooms and digital laboratories in state schools.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of river interlinking projects in the context of flood management and sustainable agricultural development in India. 150 words
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  2. Examine the role of integrated water resource management in addressing regional flood vulnerabilities and enhancing groundwater recharge in flood-prone states. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. The Belwa-Minapur link channel, recently inaugurated in Bihar, is a component of which river interlinking project?

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