Andhra Pradesh Allocates Rs 595 Cr 'Lift Irrigation Schemes'

In a significant announcement during the AP Legislative Assembly Session on Monday, water resources minister Nimmala Ramanaidu revealed that the government has earmarked Rs 595 crore for the revival of 611 lift irrigation schemes that have been non-functional across the state.

Responding to queries raised by Assembly members



during the Question-Answer session, he emphasised the pressing need for revitalising these crucial water supply mechanisms.

Only 158 of the 1,008 lift irrigation schemes in the state are operational at present, the minister said, indicating a dire situation where majority of them are either dysfunctional or barely operational.