The Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has inaugurated a new ₹36.5 crore Lift Irrigation Scheme at Noorpur Bedi in Rupnagar district to improve canal water supply for agricultural fields and strengthen irrigation infrastructure.
Bhagwant Mann Government Inaugurates ₹36.5 Crore Lift Irrigation Scheme
Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal inaugurated the project, which is expected to ensure the supply of canal water to several villages in the region. The initiative aims to provide farmers with reliable irrigation facilities, reduce dependence on groundwater, and support sustainable agriculture.
Residents and farmers from the surrounding villages welcomed the inauguration of the scheme
According to the government, the Lift Irrigation Scheme has been developed at a cost of ₹36.5 crore and will significantly improve access to canal water in rural areas. The project is expected to make farming easier by ensuring a steady water supply for cultivation.
Residents and farmers from the surrounding villages welcomed the inauguration of the scheme and expressed appreciation for the Bhagwant Mann-led government’s efforts to strengthen irrigation infrastructure and address the water needs of the agricultural community.
The Punjab Government has been focusing on expanding irrigation facilities and improving water management to enhance agricultural productivity while ensuring long-term water conservation across the state.
