Punjab had been dealing with the situation of declining groundwater. This problem has been dealt with by the Mann government through the expansion of canal water. Today, most fields in the state are being irrigated with surface water, which has significantly reduced pressure on underground water sources.
Reaching canal water to 84 percent of agricultural land is not just a statistic, but clear evidence of policy success. Under a 14-point program, water management has been placed at the core of agricultural planning.
Technologies such as underground pipelines, drip irrigation, and sprinklers have ensured better use of every drop of water. As a result, farming has become more scientific and environmentally friendly.
One of the most important initiatives is the use of treated water for agriculture. By supplying 300 million liters of water to fields every day, the government has presented a new model of urban–rural water balance.
Solar lift irrigation systems and water harvesting structures are helping conserve both energy and water. This method would be of major importance regarding the management of the scarcity of water in the years to come.
As said by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, “Our commitment is to ensure water reaches every field.” Punjab today stands not only as the food bowl of this nation, but also as a model for sustainable and responsible agriculture practices on a global scale.
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