Vedanta’s Sangam Watershed Project Brings Year-Round Irrigation to 3,500+ Acres in Kalahandi
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) , May 21: Leveraging technology-backed initiatives and a participatory approach, India’s largest aluminium producer Vedanta’s “Sangam
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 21: Leveraging technology-backed initiatives and a participatory approach, India’s largest aluminium producer Vedanta’s “Sangam Watershed Project” is creating sustainable water-based assets across 41 villages around Lanjigarh in Kalahandi district along with ensuring year-round water availability for both drinking and agricultural purposes.
Thus, Vedanta is making significant strides in ensuring water security in a region that was previously plagued by drought and famine.
In his reactions, Balabhadrapur-based sugarcane farmer Krushna Chandra Mali said, “Grateful to the Sangam Project and Vedanta’s support. Yield rate of our sugarcane has increased by 25%, that is a milestone we had once dreamt, but was out of our reach. With access to quality seeds, expert training and support for fencing, our efforts are finally bearing fruit.”
