River Basin Management Scheme

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The River Basin Management (RBM) Scheme has led to measurable improvements in water resource planning and infrastructure development across key river basins. 

About River Basin Management Scheme

• It is a central sector scheme of the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
• It aims to facilitate integrated planning, investigation, and development of water resources at the river basin level, including both surface water and groundwater systems.
• It is implemented through three key organisations namely, 
  • The Brahmaputra Board, the Central Water Commission (CWC), and the National Water Development Agency (NWDA).
• It supports activities such as the preparation of basin master plans, the survey and investigation of projects, and the planning of multipurpose projects.
• It is a comprehensive scheme for the management, protection, improvement, and sustainable use of water resources across river basins.
• These resources include rivers, lakes, streams, groundwater, and associated ecosystems.
• Financial Outlay and Duration: It is proposed to be continued during the 16th Finance Commission period from 2026–27 to 2030–31 with a fully funded estimated financial outlay of ₹2183 crore.
• Objectives of River Basin Management Scheme

• • Ensure protection, improvement, and sustainable use of water resources across river basins.
  • Promote development of surface water and groundwater resources.
  • ​Undertake survey, investigation, and preparation of basin master plans.
  • Facilitate planning of irrigation, hydropower, and multipurpose projects.
  • ​Support integrated development of water resources for multiple uses, including navigation and ecological conservation

Source: PIB

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