The first phase of the Kosi-Mechi Link Canal project begins, the 'river joint' scheme gets speed

The guard for the long-awaited Kosi-Machi Interstate Link Canal project of the central government will end for years. The exercise for the construction of the first phase of this ambitious project has now begun under the ‘River Joint’ scheme. This project is considered a big step towards historical changes, not only in Bihar, but also in the water breach of Northeast India. What is the Kosi-Machi Link Canal project? The project was built with the aim of connecting the Kosi River of Bihar to the Mechi River. In addition to the Kosi River, which is often called ‘raw from Bihar’ due to flooding and flooding, the purpose of relieving the region in irrigation and flood control is under this scheme. Beginning of the first phase: According to the information obtained, focus on primary functions in the first phase of the project: The process of technical functions such as land acquisition, recording work and channel design was started. These works are quickly conducted under the supervision of the Ministry of Water Sources, so that the actual construction work can begin in the coming months. Cost of crores, benefits of millions, the total cost of the Kosi-Meachi Link project is estimated at several thousands of crores and after completing this project, Araria, Kishanganj, Supaul and Madhepura Districts will benefit. Not only will it offer irrigation water to the farmers throughout the year, but it will also be relieved of repeated flooding in the Kosi region. Experts’ opinion water sources believe that this project is an important step towards continuous and inclusive water resources development. For the first time in the country under the river joint scheme, this project to connect two rivers has reached such an advanced level. The government’s commitment set a target to complete the scheme quickly and transparently. Bihar Department of Water Sources officials also said that this project would bring major changes in the rural life and agricultural system of the state. Conclusions: Share this story Tags