UP leads India in water conservation with 20,000 Amrit Sarovars, 1.75 lakh ponds revived
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · IR
Why in news
Uttar Pradesh has emerged as India's top water conservation state under the Yogi government, achieving 20,000 Amrit Sarovars and rejuvenating 1.75 lakh ponds. This marks a significant milestone in the state's water management efforts.
Background
The Amrit Sarovar scheme was launched by the central government to create or rejuvenate water bodies in every district. Uttar Pradesh has aggressively implemented this scheme, surpassing other states.
Key facts
Uttar Pradesh has constructed 20,000 Amrit Sarovars.
The state has rejuvenated 1.75 lakh ponds.
This makes UP the leading state in water conservation in India.
The achievement is part of the Yogi government's water conservation efforts.
Amrit Sarovars are water bodies developed under a central scheme.
Prelims pointers
- Amrit Sarovar scheme
- Uttar Pradesh water conservation
- 20,000 Amrit Sarovars
- 1.75 lakh ponds rejuvenated
- Yogi government
Mains angles
- Discuss the role of state governments in water conservation with examples like UP.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the Amrit Sarovar scheme in addressing water scarcity.