Clarification on Water Charges for Farmers under M-CADWM Scheme
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has issued a rebuttal to misleading media reports suggesting that farmers will incur charges for water usage under the M-CADWM scheme. The Ministry clarifies that there are no provisions for user charges in this pilot project, which aims to enhance irrigation efficiency and promote modern water management technologies. Decisions regarding any potential charges will be made by state governments, as agriculture and water are state subjects under the Constitution of India. The Ministry urges media to verify facts to avoid creating panic among farmers.
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