The Expert Group constituted by the Planning commission to examine issues related to groundwater management and ownership has made extensive recommendations tha need to be taken seriously. Most importantly it points to the urgency of addressing the issue of groundwater depletion. A quick review...

Canal irrigation in India has been moving towards financial crisis in recent years. Some states have introduced innovative institutional reforms to mobilise the required funds. Karnataka is one such state that has set up Krishna Bhagya Jal Nigam Limited for this purpose. Although adequate funds...