Nagpur is facing a crisis as the monsoon arrives in full force, but crucial minor irrigation projects worth nearly ₹7 crore remain stuck in limbo. Repairs to dams, canals, ponds, drains, and flood control systems—vital to safeguard crops and ensure water supply—have not started due to administrative delays and unfinished tendering processes. This negligence threatens to ruin the Rabi crop season and leave farmers helpless against floods.
The District Planning Committee had approved funds months ago, but the lack of timely action and slow bureaucratic procedures have pushed these essential works to the brink of failure. Farmers are furious, fearing severe losses if dams collapse or irrigation fails during peak season.
Worse still, the Minor Irrigation Department operates without a dedicated Executive Engineer since the transfer of B.V. Syam. The current in-charge, S.V. Maskawar, is overloaded with multiple departments and barely available, causing a backlog of pending files and stalling project progress further.
Funding delays add fuel to the fire. Despite budget allocations, funds are released late, leaving engineers helpless and projects on hold just as rains pour down. This mismatch between rainfall and preparation is a recipe for disaster.
With crops and livelihoods at stake, urgent government intervention is crucial. The authorities must fast-track approvals, clear tenders, and ensure funds flow immediately—any further delay will cost farmers dearly and threaten the region’s agricultural future.
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